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A frank, practical, and uplifting guide for anyone living in the shadow of a powerful mate. Drawing upon her own experiences and those of her clients, former NBA wife and Marriage and Family Therapy Intern Angela Wilder identifies and de-mystifies a heretofore rarely discussed phenomenon she calls Powerful Mate Syndrome. Two factors distinguish Powerful Mate Syndrome from other common psychological problems: a) the presence of a powerful partner and, b) the belief or perception that one’s partner is more powerful in the relationship than oneself. Whether or not the belief is true is irrelevant. It is the mere existence of the belief that matters. A person with Powerful Mate Syndrome:
- experiences a profound loss of identity
- subjugates or abandons his/her own dreams and goals in favor of those of their mate
- excessively relies on his/her mate as their sole or primary source of self-esteem, validation, and feelings of well-being
- neglects his/her own self-care, growth, and development
In this warm, supportive, and refreshingly tell-it-like-it-is book, Wilder helps readers understand how they got entangled in this destructive power imbalance in their relationship (hint: it’s NOT all the other person’s fault!) She charts a simple, step-by-step path to a healthier sense of self, and a more balanced, fulfilling relationship based on reality not fairytale fantasies and outdated marital myths. Complete with insightful and revealing quizzes, checklists, and exercises, and generously offering personal and professional anecdotes to help explain Powerful Mate Syndrome (“the other PMS”), this first-of-its-kind guide will introduce you to your “Reality Godmother” and help anyone who lives in the reflected glory of a powerful partner to gain a new perspective of themselves and their relationship.
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