Stop, collaborate and listen!Okay, okay - but seriously.Just because you are a good caretaker doesn’t mean it’s your job to take care of everyone.If you are a good friend you’re not required to be everyone’s friend.The fact that you made it through a crisis with strength does not mean you have to power through things without feeling and healing.You are not the fixer whisperer. You are not obligated to do all the things because you have done so before, (momma’s I am looking at you!) Doing something well or seemingly with ease does not then make it your job for all future situations.Especially situations that are hard and feel like they are draining your energy and soul.YOU WILL BE GOOD TO NO ONE IF YOU ARE NOT GOOD TO YOURSELF FIRST!Read that again.We often find ourselves doing something just because we did it before, but you do have a choice.You matter that much.Sincerely,Tracy Jean - a recovering fixer.::exits soapbox stage left::