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Eldest daughter syndrome: The invisible load no one talks about
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Saturday, 7 June 2025
Eldest daughter syndrome describes the emotional burden placed on firstborn girls, leading to self-sacrifice and prioritizing others' needs. This pattern, rooted in childhood expectations, manifests in adulthood through over-functioning in relationships and difficulty prioritizing oneself. Healing involves recognizing inherent worth, setting boundaries, and releasing the need to constantly fix others, allowing for self-care and the acceptance of support.
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Saturday, 7 June 2025
