Are You Giving Too Much in Relationships? (Why This Backfires)

Are You Giving Too Much in Relationships?

Have you ever tried to “earn” love by giving more?

More gifts.
More effort.
More emotional labor.
More understanding.

In this episode, Mary shares how over-giving in dating relationships quietly backfired — and why learning to receive changed everything.

We discuss:

• The difference between generosity and over-functioning
• Why giving first can create imbalance
• How to let a man step up without becoming passive
• Why mutuality matters more than effort
• What a One-Derful Life really looks like

If you’ve ever felt tired from carrying the emotional weight in relationships, this episode is for you.

🕊️ Free Teaching: Overcoming Loneliness
If loneliness feels heavy right now, I created a calm, faith-centered video teaching to help you find peace in this season.
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🕊️ The ABCs of Healing
If you’re carrying heartbreak or unresolved grief, this gentle teaching will help you heal and move forward.
👉 https://marydittman.mykajabi.com/abcsofhealing

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📖 Read the blog that inspired this episode:
https://marydittman.mykajabi.com/blog/you-may-be-giving-too-much-learning-to-receive-in-relationships

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One-Derful Life is a ministry for Christian women over 40 who are creating meaningful, peaceful lives — even while longing for love.