For years, I felt like I was responsible for my client's health. It was all up to me. And without me and my expertise, they wouldn’t succeed. 

It took me a while to realise that this wasn’t helping them at all. In fact, it was perpetuating a drama cycle. I was the rescuer, thinking it was completely up to me to swoop in and solve their problems. And by doing so, I was not only exhausting myself but also robbing my clients of being able to step into their own power. 

The drama cycle is a psychological framework that often traps us in one of three roles: the rescuer, the victim, or the aggressor. We all step into these roles in various situations in life and until we become aware and make the conscious mindset shift to change this, it’s going to be very difficult to help others.

- The Rescuer: Driven by the desire to help, rescuers often take on too much, leaving others powerless to handle responsibilities themselves. This can lead to burnout and the feeling of being overworked and undervalued.

- The Victim: Their language tells the story: "I can't do it," "It's too hard," and "I feel helpless." Victims see themselves as unable to take control, often drowning in their own despair.

- The Aggressor: Aggressors blame others for the difficulties they find themselves. By doing so, they feel like they are taking control of the situation.

Recognising which role you’re playing is a crucial part of breaking the drama cycle. We all step into these roles subconsciously, so it's not about judgment but awareness. By understanding these patterns and why we fall into them, we can make conscious choices to change. Real transformation begins when we reject the victim mindset and choose empowerment over helplessness.

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