I do understand what you are talking about. I am a “rescuer” as well with a “superman complex”. I do know that I am ultra sensitive to the pain of others. With me, I tend to tire out and become a nervous reck and feel depressed when I take the weight of the world on my shoulders.
One thing I have learned though is that when someone is dealing with critical issues you can’t do anything to change them or “make them happy”. Only that particular individual can accomplish happiness in their own life. As much as you want him to be happy and see him happy, it is best to let go a little. That doesn’t mean you still can’t listen or be there, but, it is important for you to start taking care of yourself. For example, if you feel really upset or depressed and some individual tries to uplift you to acheive a happiness or euphoria, is it easy for you to see things any other way than how you feel at that moment?
Taking care of yourself involves eating healthy, an exercise activity that you enjoy; that could be running, jogging, walking or yoga. Do some nice things for yourself. Like going to get your nails done, getting your hair done, buy that outfit you’ve had your eye on. Hang out with some friends that are positive and uplifting. Maybe go to the movies, or coffee, the mall or just have a ladies night where you can have a pot luck and catch up on the things you’ve missed.
Hope things get better and you’re in my thoughts and prayers hun!
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