Just how much can you expect a significant other/best friend/etc. to be there for you? Its a broad question, I know. But I'm curious of what you think, open to whatever people come up with. Can you expect someone to be there for you any time you feel you are going through an emotional crisis? Would you only expect them to come to your aid if they do not have other plans? How much can you expect someone to be committed to you? Or any time you are in danger of hurting yourself? What if you are only at risk of injuring yourself superficially and it wouldn't require medical attention?

How much do you, personally, expect a significant person in your life to be there for you? How much do you commit yourself to them? For instance I've always been willing to break casual commitments like going out with a friend to watch movies or something if a loved one is in an emotional crisis. But should I expect another to do the same for me? What if I'm more emotionally unstable and require more help than they do?

I'm asking all these questions because they relate to a personal relationship I'm struggling with - I tend to be the type that will put everything aside to go help another, to the point that it sometimes takes away from my own happiness, and I think my expectations for others' commitment may be unreasonably high - that said, I'm open to any interpretation you have. Feel free to answer my questions exactly or contribute your own thoughts.

Thanks!