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Overfunctioning in Relationships: A Therapist's Perspective

Overfunctioning in Relationships: A Therapist's Perspective

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The conversation explores the topic of over-functioning in relationships, discussing the reasons why over-functioning can make the problem worse, the challenges faced by over-functioners, and the process of stopping over-functioning. It also delves into the feelings associated with stopping over-functioning and the impact on the relationship dynamics.

Takeaways

  • Over-functioners tend to perpetuate the cycle of over-functioning by doing everything silently and not vocalizing their needs.
  • Stopping over-functioning requires open communication, recognizing the need for help, and practicing the 'good enough' in the way that your partner does things.

Chapters

  • 00:00 The Cycle of Over-Functioning
  • 02:05 Challenges Faced by Over-Functioners
  • 02:54 Stopping Over-Functioning
  • 04:58 Feelings Associated with Stopping Over-Functioning

    A special thank you to our guest, Andrea Oberhauser, LPC Associate at Just Mind Counseling
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