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    Latina4everBaby - 22-25 years old - female

    Posted by Latina4everBaby Dec 22nd, 2012 at 6:27AM

    There's nothing wrong with being kind to people. You just need to stay strong and use the word "No" a lot. I often say, "Don't ever mistake my silence for ignorance, my calmness for acceptance, or my kindness for weakness".

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8 Answers to "What should I do? People take me for granted because I'm kind to them..."

  1. Kadie101 - 41-45 years old - female

    Posted by Kadie101 Dec 22nd, 2012 at 6:21AM

    Stop being a people pleaser. Others will treat you anyway they like....just as long as you give them permission to.

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  2. phoebe55 - 46-50 years old - female

    Posted by phoebe55 Dec 22nd, 2012 at 6:33AM

    I used to be taken advantage of all the time, because I didn't know how to say no without feeling guilty. When I finally began to believe that What I needed was just as important as what someone else needed, and that I was not the only one who could meet others needs, then I finally learned how to say, "No". and feel good about it.

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  3. plungesponge - 26-30 years old - male

    Posted by plungesponge Dec 22nd, 2012 at 6:15AM

    Bet you do a lot of favours for people too, which just leads to them asking for more favours. Develop the habit of asking a trade for everything eg "Yes I can help you with that, but in return I want _______________" It's more honest and fair if both parties get a rewards, and actually builds better relationships.

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  4. JustCurious4Fun - 36-40 years old - male

    Posted by JustCurious4Fun Dec 22nd, 2012 at 6:15AM

    They will be what you think they are. Do you take yourself for granted?

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  5. warriortears - 22-25 years old - male

    Reply by warriortears Dec 22nd, 2012 at 6:18AM

    sometimes...

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  6. JustCurious4Fun - 36-40 years old - male

    Reply by JustCurious4Fun Dec 22nd, 2012 at 6:20AM

    Victim of self condemnation? Usually the case.

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  7. tenente - 31-35 years old - male

    Posted by tenente Dec 22nd, 2012 at 6:15AM

    always take care of yourself first and protect yourself from greedy selfish people who will consume and destroy you

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  8. TheBlessedOne - 46-50 years old - female

    Posted by TheBlessedOne Dec 22nd, 2012 at 6:15AM

    You do not have to let others run over you. You can kindly stand up to them and tell them you will not do things for them. You have the right to good friendships.

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  9. queenfishdee - 22-25 years old - female

    Posted by queenfishdee Dec 22nd, 2012 at 6:14AM

    You keep being better than they are.

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