I am new to this group and need it now. Growing up I was always told, "your too sensivite" if I'm crying, "get back to bed" . I was a good girl when growing up made terrible choices by not following my own intuition and always ended up disastrous even if I passed the tests set by myself or felt from others. I never had boundaries and was like a chameleon with people. Then I would make impulsive mistakes only to retreat and isolate that I would come out like a new person ready to change into new styles.
I have read tons of self help books on how to stop being like a sponge and taking in others energies and used different techniques.
I chose to study being a counsellor as they taught me that, "your sensivite is a gift" I was a good listener and found it easier bring around those in need. Iearned lots of skills and knowledge.

It is 15 years later and I find that I still struggle with boundaries. I am good at what I do workwise but it can still physically and mentally exhaust me that all I can do is sleep. Losing my self, contact with significant others, basically self care of all the good stuff.
After 6 months or do I just "stop functioning' and my body fails me then too.
In the restful but painful times, I slowly start seeing those that matter, pick up my hobbies and enjoy the positive energy. It's not all sunshine and roses but life is manageable.
I love what I do, but how can I find, feel and know about boundaries to keep me and the clients well?
I have looked at other jobs but don't have the energy at present or confidence to pursue further.
Any advice would be appreciated, thanks #highlysensitiveperon #Undiagnosed #AutoimmuneThyroidDisease #Depression #Anxiety