Does Anyone Else Feel This Way? (The Weight of Caring Too Much)
I want to ask you guys something, because I really don't understand why I feel this way.
I honestly don't know why, but I feel responsible for certain people's happiness and sadness. When they are happy, it genuinely makes me happy,when they are sad, it breaks my heart. I want to help them in every situation, comfort them and even talk to God just to keep them safe.
Even with something as simple as the rainy season, I catch myself thinking, *'*Please drive safely, keep yourself safe and healthy,' just like I would say directly to them. If I see a photo of someone looking sad,even if it's just a random moment captured in a picture,I immediately assume they are struggling and I want to reach out and cheer them up. But I often can't because of boundaries or awkwardness.
I find myself prioritizing these people over my own self, to the point where I feel ready to sacrifice myself for them.
It's not just about one person, a crush or a romantic love but for around 5-6 people.