I Care Too Much, That Is How I Get Hurt
I wish I knew how to stop caring. Or perhaps I'm the one that's putting up unrealistic expectations on others, maybe expecting people to care for you just a little is too much to ask.
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Don't expect anything. You are setting yourself up for failure.
My wife (who has troubles with friendships and relationships) always thinks thinks aren't fair. Like she is treated worse or doesn't get back all she puts in. She would get mad at me for doing a favor for a friend. "What has Joe ever done for you?" In reality, I can think of countless times he has been there for me but I don't catalog them. That's what friends are for.
I am not saying you should put yourself out there to be used. Just catalog your "caring" less.
My wife (who has troubles with friendships and relationships) always thinks thinks aren't fair. Like she is treated worse or doesn't get back all she puts in. She would get mad at me for doing a favor for a friend. "What has Joe ever done for you?" In reality, I can think of countless times he has been there for me but I don't catalog them. That's what friends are for.
I am not saying you should put yourself out there to be used. Just catalog your "caring" less.