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Why Too Much Empathy Can Destroy You: 5 Signs and How to Stop It

Do you find yourself ignoring your own needs to accommodate others? Where your own feelings get pushed aside because you’re busy being “the understanding one”?

Empathy is a wonderful quality to have, but it can also become a weakness when there are no boundaries. ​​

In this video, I’m opening up about the five telltale signs your empathy has crossed into self-abandonment. And if you’ve been struggling with saying “no” or setting boundaries with people you care about, don’t worry.

​​I’m sharing the exact steps that helped me break this pattern so you can learn to express your needs and get them met without losing yourself in the process.

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@cosmopolitan Magazine rounded up the top ones to pay attention to this year and I am truly honored to have my thoughts included alongside such talented relationship professionals. I hope these insights serve you well!💕

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@cosmopolitan Magazine rounded up the top ones to pay attention to this year and I am truly honored to have my thoughts included alongside such talented relationship professionals. I hope these insights serve you well!💕

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2026 is bringing some exciting new dating trends you’ll want to know about! 

@cosmopolitan Magazine rounded up the top ones to pay attention to this year and I am truly honored to have my thoughts included alongside such talented relationship professionals. I hope these insights serve you well!💕

Link: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/relationships/a70315121/dating-trends-2026

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2026 is bringing some exciting new dating trends you’ll want to know about! 

@cosmopolitan Magazine rounded up the top ones to pay attention to this year and I am truly honored to have my thoughts included alongside such talented relationship professionals. I hope these insights serve you well!💕

Link: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/relationships/a70315121/dating-trends-2026

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2026 is bringing some exciting new dating trends you’ll want to know about! 

@cosmopolitan Magazine rounded up the top ones to pay attention to this year and I am truly honored to have my thoughts included alongside such talented relationship professionals. I hope these insights serve you well!💕

Link: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/relationships/a70315121/dating-trends-2026

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@cosmopolitan Magazine rounded up the top ones to pay attention to this year and I am truly honored to have my thoughts included alongside such talented relationship professionals. I hope these insights serve you well!💕

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