Karen Hawkins (long-time URF family who's been in missions and assisting in YWAM for over 25 years) discusses personal experiences and highlights from the article, "Emotional Dependency: A Threat to Close Friendships" by Lori Thorkelson.
If you'd like to read Lori Thorkelson's article:
https://www.urfellowship.com/uploads/5/0/1/9/5019345/emotional_dependency_-_a_threat_to_close_friendships_-_by_lori_thorkelson_.pdf
If you'd like more information on Karen or her book, "Assistants and Leaders":
https://www.amazon.com/Assistants-Leaders-Building-Effective-Partnerships/dp/1576588262