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LISA MOTZ-STOREY's avatar

Everyone who struggles with being too much of a caregiver and having a hard time receiving care should read this. So wise and insightful.

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Terri Porter's avatar

What a beautiful thing to say. Thank you, Lisa. I’m so glad it landed with you.

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Roberta Lewis's avatar

Another really insightful essay. This really hit home for me: “A sensitive kid learns quickly that the way to be loved by overburdened parents is to need as little as possible.” I also wore my self-reliance like a shield well into adulthood. Thank you for sharing.

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Terri Porter's avatar

Whether it’s genetic, related to birth order or family dynamics, or is generational, I don’t know, but I sense we’re not alone, Roberta. Thanks so much for sharing.

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Cynthia Mueller's avatar

Terri I love reading your essays. There are some nuggets of great wisdom in there. Thanks for writing this one.

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Terri Porter's avatar

I love that you love reading them, Cynthia, and can find something that resonates. I learn more about myself with each one and am happy to hear when they are relatable to others too.

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