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Old 08-07-2008, 10:02 AM
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Re: Emotional Vampires

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I have known quite a few, I have actually decided that I somehow attract them! I will have friendships with people that start out great, and then all of the sudden I am in this huge trap of being the emotional support for someone.

My husband is a magnet for the "needy". He's understanding and compassionate and has and has had many people call ( saved and unsaved ) on a regular basis for advice, prayer, support....especially if he agrees with them...
but it can be draining and time consuming.
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Old 08-07-2008, 10:04 AM
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Re: Emotional Vampires

The term, emotional vampire, is a different way to look at it. Perhaps it's correct !!
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