Alive Quote by Gail Sheehy
“If you begin to think you are solely responsible for keeping your loved one alive and safe, you will eventually find yourself playing God. This phase can develop into an unhealthy, codependent relationship.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce, Gail Sheehy, 1993
Taking sole responsibility for a loved one's safety can lead to codependency and a God complex.
In simple terms: Sole responsibility can create codependency.
Key Takeaway
Balance care with autonomy.
Themes
caregiving
codependency
boundaries
Mood
cautious
empathetic
Type
advice
reflective
When to use this quote
- family care
- elder care
- mental health
Key Concepts
psychology
relationship dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Where do you draw the line?
- How can you support without controlling?
A Different Perspective
Overprotectiveness can stifle growth.
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![“God does not play dice [with the universe]. [Ger., Gott wurfelt nicht.]” quote by Albert Einstein](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6ac/albert-einstein-33_creation-of-the-univ_god-does-not-play-dice-with-the-universe_143849.jpg)
