Why do I have a need to help others with their psychological problems?

Question

I typically end up talking to people who are younger than I am about their problems. Relationships, dealing with moving/changing schools, sexual identity troubles, etc. These are all things I struggled with when I was younger.

What is it about me that makes me feel the need to be everybody's therapist and try to help them be happier? Is it a mental illness of my own? Its not excessive or anything, and I don't "need" it like an alcoholic needs booze or anything like that. I just tend to find myself in this role, and I therefore must get something out of it.

Is this normal? Is it my way of coping with the problems of the past? Any input would be nice.

Answer 1

You have to?

Maybe you're just a nice person who loves to help others.

Answer 2

Your own insecurity. Try fixing your life and not everybody else's. Sounds like you're trying to create a false reality of success in your mind. Get a real job & education. Best advice anyone will every give you. Cheers!

Answer 3

It's something you do well, so you do it.

What would we do without you?

Have you thought about making this a career?