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I guess I've always been this way but I like to buy other people presents, food, etc. It makes me feel good, the weird thing is I don't like other people giving me something or paying for me. I feel kinda like I don't deserve it or I didn't earn it. Is this normal?
You are good at giving but reject receiving. Learning to receive is as important as learning to give. Mothers are classic examples of this. Some give their children great clothes, healthy food, love, encouragement...the list goes on! But when you look at them they look neglected. Often I've wished people like this would allow themselves to receive that beauty they give out and encourage in others. I'm sure the kids also wish mom would be good to herself. Plus, it hurts the other person when you want to push the gift away. It's not about you, you see? It's about allowing them to experience the same high you do when you give. Do them a kindness and let them express themselves the same as you. All you have to do is smile and receive, on their behalf.
well you are just as normal as the rest of us. the only differne is that you are a good person. i have it the same way too sometimes. it's just not right to get things that i haven't worked hard to get!
Same. I hate receiving gifts.... and even more so, I hate answering that question "What would you like for xmas/birthday/etc?" ~ I always answer it ....."Oh you dont need to get me anything, thanks though, very sweet of you to ask." As a result I sometimes get some strange gifts lol, but I dont mind.
Anyone know how to answer that xmas question without feeling guilty?
Same here, really. I'm a natural giver and do it whole-heartedly.
When it comes to getting something in return, not so much. It feels like they force it and I don't like that.
It's normal for me because I'm the exact same. I don't know why I'm like this. I hate it though.