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Flip Thinking Podcast

Episode 21 - Savior complex

Mar 4, 2024
Anne, a compulsive helper, explores her need to fix others at the expense of her own family. The podcast delves into burnout, lack of leadership at work, family dynamics, and the ethics of helping. It highlights the pressure to always assist, the interplay of anxiety and curiosity in decision-making, and the importance of self-care and authenticity in relationships.
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Quick takeaways

  • Compulsion to help stems from a need to avoid feeling like an 'asshole'.
  • Childhood experiences shape behavior patterns of overextending help to compensate for past losses.

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Recognizing Compulsive Help Behavior

The podcast explores the guest's deep-rooted compulsion to help others even when not asked for help. This behavior stems from a need to avoid feeling like an 'asshole' by proving oneself through continuous assistance. Examples like assisting a girl in a non-life-threatening situation and investing excessive energy in personal and professional roles highlight this compulsion.

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