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Escaping George Bailey Syndrome to Save Your God-Given Dream

https://faithfulontheclock.captivate.fm/episode/escaping-george-bailey-syndrome-to-save-your-god-given-dream

Fictional character George Bailey helped everyone succeed and struggled for it. Episode 121 of Faithful on the Clock shows you how to not make the same mistake as you love others.

Timestamps:

[00:04] - Intro

[00:36] - It’s a Wonderful Life relevant plot points, What George Bailey syndrome is

[03:13] - Why painting George Bailey as a doormat likely isn’t accurate or appropriate

[07:06] - Tip #1 — Look at all the people around you and the resources you have. This will help you see that others might be able to step in in a way that means your sacrifice isn’t even necessary.

[10:19] - Tip #2 — Play the track to the end. Considering the long-term, big picture of how everyone might be influenced by your sacrifice can prevent initial emotions you might have from leading you to a poor decision.

[12:49] - Tip #3 — Look for patterns. Seeing what happens just before you sacrifice can help you see where your habits lead to problems. When you identify the pattern, communicate about it and be clear if there are relationship imbalances involved.

[15:36] - Always being the one to sacrifice can lead to resentment, which opens the door for the Devil to create larger issues. For that reason, see seeking greater reciprocity and balance in your relationships as protective and loving.

[16:19] - Prayer

[16:49] - Outro/What’s coming up next

Key takeaways:

• George Bailey syndrome references fictional character George Bailey, who sacrificed to a fault. Addressing your rate of sacrifice and keeping it appropriate is important because eventually you reach a point where you cannot make up your losses, and because it can lead you to mistrust the calling God gave you.
• Many people who use the term George Bailey syndrome mean that a person is being a doormat. But a closer look at It’s a Wonderful Life shows that George wasn’t a doormat at all. Rather, he suffered from being unable to balance two very good value systems. The reasons people can overly sacrifice to their detriment can be complicated and go much deeper than simple people-pleasing.
• Tip #1 — Look at the other people and resources around you. This can help you understand that others could bring solutions, talents, etc. to the table and that you might not have to sacrifice in the way you originally thought if you allow others to help. Trusting others to follow...