Probably the most insidious way to exploit someone is to make them feel good about being exploited - by glorifying and celebrating their sacrifices. Case in point, Mother's Day.

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Healing happens in relationship - and it is not possible to have a rich, human relationship with a professional who only sees you as a fee paying client.

In the western model, licensing as a professional is part of the exploitative system where credentials are used to justify charging fees…