Do you take pride in caring for others? Are you often called ‘nurturing’ and ‘selfless’? While, of course, being there for those you love is a great quality, consistently managing other people’s problems can have a knock-on effect and result in you neglecting your own emotional needs. ‘A happy life is all about balance – give and take – and if all you are doing is giving, it can become exhausting over time,’ says therapist Marisa Peer. Sound familiar? Here, our experts explain
