How Much Do People Depend On You?

You have a way of becoming completely necessary in people's lives (or at least you feel that way). You're there for every 3 a.m. crisis, every major life event, and every moving day, and your friends and family are always looking to you for advice or a helping hand. Have you considered a career in counseling? Just remember, even though everyone loves you for your unselfish support, don't forget to take care of yourself too!

People become dependent on you, because things always seem to go better when you're around. You're the kind of person who paves over awkward situations, negotiates during family squabbles, helps out the underdog, and always has a kind word for everyone. Just try not to put too much pressure on yourself to fix every little thing that goes wrong. If you don't do it, someone else will (and that's okay).

The people in your life can always depend on you to do what you say you're going to do. No one ever worries about getting stabbed in the back! You're honest, supportive, and give great advice (and constructive criticism). Your friends and family know that what they see is what they get, and, even though you love them, you're not afraid to make your own decisions and say no when it makes sense.

You're careful about where you plant your seeds, and friends have to really nurture the relationship to create something lasting and dependable. You don't give your time, your energy, and your heart away to just anybody! Once your friends get into your inner circle, they've found a friend for life, and they will enjoy your loyalty and friendship forever. Sometimes you miss out on some really great relationships though, because you're slow to open up to people.

You fly in and out of people's lives, so no one ever learns to rely on you. Like a butterfly, you're flighty, pretty, flashy, and unpredictable, and you tend to land on a new best friend every hour. You bring excitement and thrills to the people you meet, and you help people try new things. Although people really enjoy your vibrant energy, it wouldn't hurt to try to develop a little more staying power in the relationships that count.

You know the saying, 'Still waters run deep?:' Well, that's you, my friend. Just like a deep, calm lake, you're always around when your friends need a bit of quiet reflection or stimulating conversation. Although you're not the one to call for a wild night out on the town, your friends and family love your relaxed, nonjudgmental attitude.