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Hi everyone, welcome back. I am Roslyn Saunders, Co-dependency and Addiction Coach Specialist. 

Today’s topic is characteristics of high maintenance people. Maybe you have some of these in your life, or maybe in parts, you may be a high maintenance person. So, it’s to bring awareness to this.

One characteristic is they always have urgent needs, which can often overshadow yours. Another is they have a sense of entitlement; it’s always about them. They dwell on perceived wrongs done to them, which can be draining.

They talk a lot about themselves, craving attention but rarely listening to others. They live in perpetual drama, always having some crisis. They obsess over details and are quick to criticize without offering solutions. They resent change and lack awareness, making interactions exhausting.

To check if you’re affected, observe your behavior around them. You’ll know if they’re right for you by how you feel after leaving. Consider limiting time with such individuals for your own well-being and focus on your own recovery and self-discovery. Thanks, and I hope that helps.

It’s essential to prioritise our own well-being and recovery journey. If spending time with high maintenance individuals drains us, it’s okay to set boundaries and limit our exposure to them. By observing how we feel in their presence, we can gauge what is best for our mental and emotional health.

Remember, self-discovery and personal growth are invaluable. Surrounding ourselves with supportive and positive influences can greatly contribute to our journey towards self-improvement. Thank you for listening, and I hope these insights are helpful in navigating interactions with high maintenance people.