Comments about ‘Too much self-sacrifice hurts relationships’

This article is nothing but a complete abomination. However, it is hardly surprising in this modern era that promotes greed, selfishness, and immediate self-gratification. This idea that too much self-sacrifice is harmful reflects this modern idea that is destroying our society. This Country became great because its citizens practiced self-sacrifice, moderation, and prudence. If society wants to return to this greatness, it must ignore the advice of articles such as this.

I very much agree with the article. I know of people who give almost to the point of abuse, thinking that they are being righteous by self-sacrificing. I too was that way. I needed to learn that taking care of yourself is not selfish. I was married many years ago to a man who was very selfish. Everything revolved around him and his needs, I gave up school to put him through college - I had much better grades. Later we both worked full time but he refused to help with children or anything around the house. I needed to work to support the expensive car he drove, etc, I drove an old beater. I was very naieve. He eventually decided he did not want the responsibility of the children and left, with the expensive car. I was able to take care of the children with the help of family and I had a good job. I needed to respect myself before others could. I got help with counseling. Eventually I remarried. I have a good husband and we have been married over 20 years. We have a healthy relationship, counseling helped me think straight.