The 'Barbie' movie examines what it means to be second fiddle in a relationship.
, resentment, and even an existential crisis regarding your sense of self. Relationships in the real world tend to struggle under the weight of extensive self-sacrifice by either partner.
Here are three reasons why you play the role of the giver a little too often, and how you can create a more balanced and loving connection.Who holds the power in your relationship is a question that can make or break your bond. A 2015found that the more power you hold in a relationship, the less likely you are to make sacrifices for your partner. Thus, an imbalanced power dynamic can spawn the roles of a perpetual giver on one hand and a partner who rarely reciprocates on the other.
, occupation, and financial status affect your relationship. When one partner holds less power in any of these areas, they could be sacrificing a lot more, possibly due to feeling like they are not at the same level as their partner, which elicits the need to do more to be good enough for them. To correct this imbalance, assess its origins. You can then address it openly in your relationship to find new ways to operate more fairly or use this knowledge to create a more equal partnership in the future.
It is also important to develop your personal sense of power, because it enables you to seek out partnerships that you deserve, where both partners are willing to give and receive equally.
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