Do You Care Too Much?

There’s always a danger of consuming too many things – from Netflix binge-watching to heavy drinking to overeating. The same applies to the concept of Care. So, what are the dangers it brings when we become excessive about it? And, that’s what we’re going to discuss in this episode of Serial Stress Killer Podcast. Caring too much can lead to stress.

Chris starts with simplifying it into 2 categories: caring for others and caring about what other people think. Then, he proceeds to demystify how each type of caring could backfire for you. Discover also how important balance is in every aspect of your life. Learn to prioritize your needs over others’ needs, know the fine line between selfishness and selflessness, and when to say no and when to say yes.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
2 Categories of Caring:

Caring for others
Caring about what other people think
You can’t say yes to everything. You can’t indulge every request or favours from other people. You can’t just accept the perceptions and opinions of you. Learn to weigh what matters and what doesn’t.
There are people who might take advantage of you. At first, it could be just assistance they’re asking for, then, next thing you know you’re already full-time doing what they really need to be doing. You might not be assisting them in the wrong way.
Look after yourself first. Know what is important to you. Personal time and energy are your own resources that you have control of. Ask yourself: Are they worth giving to the other person? Improving yourself is the priority. Stop stressing yourself about others.
How do you know if you care too much about how people think of you? “The simple answer is that if you care at all what people think about you, you probably do care too much.”

BEST MOMENTS
“If your happiness is at the expense of somebody else’s, then it isn’t making the world a happier place.”
“Balance is the key. If you’re not performing at your very best in terms of mental and physical health, chances are you won’t be able to care for the important people in your life.”
“The most important people in your life think good things about you. And, as for the rest of them, who cares?”
“Don’t make other people’s opinions stress you out.”

ABOUT THE HOST

After many years of dealing (badly) with personal stress for over 20 years, Chris Hackett is on a mission to help people understand and overcome stress and anxiety by tackling the problem head-on.

“Stress is the enemy and you are the killer.”

CONTACT METHOD

Contact the show
Website: serialstresskiller.com
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/serialstresskiller
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serialstresskiller
Email: [email protected]

Support the show
https://www.patreon.com/serialstresskiller

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s always a danger of consuming too many things – from Netflix binge-watching to heavy drinking to overeating. The same applies to the concept of Care. So, what are the dangers it brings when we become excessive about it? And, that’s what we’re going to discuss in this episode of Serial Stress Killer Podcast. Caring too much can lead to stress.

Chris starts with simplifying it into 2 categories: caring for others and caring about what other people think. Then, he proceeds to demystify how each type of caring could backfire for you. Discover also how important balance is in every aspect of your life. Learn to prioritize your needs over others’ needs, know the fine line between selfishness and selflessness, and when to say no and when to say yes.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

2 Categories of Caring:

Caring for others
Caring about what other people think

You can’t say yes to everything. You can’t indulge every request or favours from other people. You can’t just accept the perceptions and opinions of you. Learn to weigh what matters and what doesn’t.
There are people who might take advantage of you. At first, it could be just assistance they’re asking for, then, next thing you know you’re already full-time doing what they really need to be doing. You might not be assisting them in the wrong way.
Look after yourself first. Know what is important to you. Personal time and energy are your own resources that you have control of. Ask yourself: Are they worth giving to the other person? Improving yourself is the priority. Stop stressing yourself about others.
How do you know if you care too much about how people think of you? “The simple answer is that if you care at all what people think about you, you probably do care too much.”

BEST MOMENTS

“If your happiness is at the expense of somebody else’s, then it isn’t making the world a happier place.”
“Balance is the key. If you’re not performing at your very best in terms of mental and physical health, chances are you won’t be able to care for the important people in your life.”
“The most important people in your life think good things about you. And, as for the rest of them, who cares?”
“Don’t make other people’s opinions stress you out.”

ABOUT THE HOST

After many years of dealing (badly) with personal stress for over 20 years, Chris Hackett is on a mission to help people understand and overcome stress and anxiety by tackling the problem head-on.

“Stress is the enemy and you are the killer.”

CONTACT METHOD

Contact the show

Website: serialstresskiller.com
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/serialstresskiller
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serialstresskiller
Email: [email protected]

Support the show

https://www.patreon.com/serialstresskiller

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.