Relationships Characterized by Murky Areas of Responsibility

The mark of an unhealthy relationship is two people who try to solve each other's problems in order to feel good about themselves. A healthy relationship is when two people solve their own problems in Order to Feel Good About Each Other. The setting of proper boundaries doesn't mean you can't help or support your partner or be helped and supported yourself. You both should support each other, but only because you choose to support and be supported. Not because you feel obligated or entitled.