I must be "needed" in order to have a relationship with others.
I value other's approval of my thinking, feelings, and behavior over my own.
I agree with others so they will like me.
I focus my attention on protecting others.
I believe most people are incapable of taking care of themselves.
I keep score of "good deeds and favors", becoming very hurt when they are not repaid.
I am very skilled at guessing how other people are feeling.
I can anticipate other's needs and desires, meeting them before they are asked to be met.
I become resentful when others will not let me help them.
I am calm and efficient in other people's crisis situations.
I feel good about myself only when I am helping others.
I freely offer others advice and directions without being asked.
I put aside my own interests and concerns in order to do what others want.
I ask for help and nurturing only when I am ill, and then reluctantly.
I cannot tolerate seeing others in pain.
I lavish gifts and favors on those I care about.
I use sex to gain approval and acceptance.
I attempt to convince others of how they "truly" think and "should" feel.
I perceive myself as completely unselfish and dedicated to the well-being of others.
Girl, Interrupted...
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