drained while supporting others
arduous but necessary
still, it’s hard
those who lean on you
see only their needs
their dependence required
you’re not a saint
only a giving human
a natural state of being
it’s exhausting
but it’s loving
we all do the best we can

Very true dear friend. It’s okay to give this giving a break.
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Thank you, Sadje!
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You’re welcome ☺️
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The constant struggle between wanting to help everyone and also needing support ourselves. One of the most important balances to strike and yet seemingly one of the hardest. The poem expresses it very well.
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Thanks so much, David! I appreciate you seeing that!
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So true, and beautifully said, Susi.💕
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Thanks so much, Eugenia!
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You’re welcome, Susi.
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