Understanding Overfunctioning
Conversations with Dr. Jennifer
The Importance of Self Service in Parenting
Ashley says she has been vulnerable to over functioning clients. Over functioners feel like it's a way to earn a sense of self by being everyone's solution. We are given limited identities when we grow up, even in the best of circumstances. The more challenged part of our background will be expanding our sense of self. And so you don't lessen your attachment to an identity as strong or whatever that is. You can take responsibility for yourself and let other people take care of themselves.
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