Zero Distortion with Russ Bates

Episode 75: Why People Keep Taking Advantage of You

4 min · 20. maj 2026
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Most people think being “nice” makes them a good person… But sometimes being too nice is exactly why people take advantage of you. In this episode, we break down the difference between kindness, respect, boundaries, and people-pleasing—and why constantly saying yes, avoiding conflict, and overextending yourself can quietly destroy your confidence and relationships. This isn’t about becoming rude or selfish. It’s about recognizing when your kindness turns into self-neglect and learning how to stop being an easy target for people who only show up when they need something. 🔑 Topics Covered * Why people take advantage of nice people * The difference between kindness and weakness * Setting boundaries without guilt * Why people-pleasing leads to resentment * Respect vs approval * Confidence and self-respect * Why some people only contact you when they need something 💬 Have you ever realized someone only reached out when they needed something?

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Most people think being “nice” makes them a good person… But sometimes being too nice is exactly why people take advantage of you. In this episode, we break down the difference between kindness, respect, boundaries, and people-pleasing—and why constantly saying yes, avoiding conflict, and overextending yourself can quietly destroy your confidence and relationships. This isn’t about becoming rude or selfish. It’s about recognizing when your kindness turns into self-neglect and learning how to stop being an easy target for people who only show up when they need something. 🔑 Topics Covered * Why people take advantage of nice people * The difference between kindness and weakness * Setting boundaries without guilt * Why people-pleasing leads to resentment * Respect vs approval * Confidence and self-respect * Why some people only contact you when they need something 💬 Have you ever realized someone only reached out when they needed something?

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