Feeling too Much
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Hey. So my family is composed of some pretty unhappy people. As for myself, I think I'm okay, I'm pretty happy.
Oftentimes, though, I get to feeling down because I feel bad for my family members, or that I can't do anything to help them. I help around the house, I try to help with money, but I know it won't make much better, and it definitely won't make them happy.
How do I be there for them but not let their bad emotions get to me? I want to be happy but I can't be if I'm carrying their pain.
You're not going to be helping anyone if you don't prioritize your own success first and foremost. If you're disciplined and hard-working now, in the future you will be better equipped to help those in need.
If you do the best in your ability to make them happy, then you shouldn't be unsatisfied if they're still unhappy. Because you put in 100% effort, going out of your way for your family, and for their best interests. Let your actions for THEM make YOU happy. Because in the end, you're giving all that you have for your family. And that's all that matters, isn't it?
