Narcissism Decoder

Are You Fixing or Folding? Jim’s Story

May 17, 2025 · 32 min · Season 2 · Episode 80 · 23.6 MB
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In this episode, we explore the fine line between genuine help and covert emotional demands. Jim shares his struggle with constantly trying to fix his daughter, revealing the emotional toll it takes when helping turns into collapse. Learn how to recognize unconscious emotional signals, respect autonomy, and slow down to truly feel and respond without getting overwhelmed. 

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