AM I CONTROLLING?
Some people may have had the accusation “Your a control freak”. These questions may answer that question.
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I must be “needed” in order to have a relationship with others.
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I value other’s approval of my thinking, feelings and behaviors over my own.
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I agree with others so they will like me.
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I focus my attention on protecting others, even from themselves.
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I believe most other people are incapable of taking care of themselves.
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I keep score of “good deeds and favors,” becoming very hurt when they are not repaid.
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I am very skilled at guessing how other people are feeling.
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I can anticipate others’ needs and desire, meeting them before they are asked to be met.
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I become resentful when others will not let me help them.
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I am calm and efficient in other people’s crisis situations.
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I feel good about myself only when I am helping others.
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I freely offer others advice and directions without being asked.
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I put aside my own interests and concerns in order to do what others want.
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I ask for help and nurturing only when I am ill, and then reluctantly.
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I cannot tolerate seeing others in pain.
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I lavish gifts and favors on those I care about.
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I use sex to gain approval and acceptance.
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I attempt to convince others of how they “truly” think and “should” feel.
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I perceive myself as completely unselfish and dedicated to the well being of others.
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