Leaning on someone for emotional support unprompted is an imposition, just like relying on someone for financial support. Yes in some cases the imposition is welcome, and fosters closeness and interdependence, but in most cases it is better to be self-sufficient (emotionally and financially).
You'd surely apologize when asking even the closest friend for financial support, why not when asking (or worse, demanding) emotional support?
You'd surely apologize when asking even the closest friend for financial support, why not when asking (or worse, demanding) emotional support?