Some of us really have to walk away especially if there is abuse. Please be careful about generalising from the specific as it can backfire on you.
I read your words to mean that there are moments when it's possible for LBS to focus more on the WAS or WS and their role than on their own responsibility in their M. That this can inhibit personal growth. I agree this can happen and stall or stop progression. In that case the LBS isn't really doing what works and has a need for a feedback cycle. We DB ourselves first and foremost, we do that which works, we try 180s, we detach and in truth these aren't 'mistakes' just stepping stones.
If the outcome is determined by our higher power then it's the best outcome.
After all it will be alright in the end, if it's not alright it's not the end and besides the fat lady has not sung.
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Freedom is just another word for nothing left to loose. V 64, WAW