This is the difference between having needs and being needy.

Neediness isn't what you think it is.

Years ago, I went to Portugal for a 7-day Gestalt Therapy training. I left Sylvia Plath, my chihuahua, with my mom. I was supposed to come home on the 7th day, but I missed my flight. I called my mom to tell her I’d be a day late, and she was noticeably upset. Surprised, I asked her what was wrong. She said, “Sylvia is driving me nuts, but it’s ok I’ll …