Ever felt like you're being taken for granted?

[BullShark]

Why is it that sometimes when you're trying to get to know someone, or you just befriended someone new, but a few days in, something seems off about them and it feels like they aren't really being genuine with you?

Or this can be with a family member too whom you've known all your life.

Like, most of the time, you feel like you're the only person making the effort while they never approach you themselves unless they need something from you?

Has this ever happened to you? If so, how do you deal with people like this?

I know the feeling all too well...

I can usually tell the bad ones from the good easily

Heck no! All my friends love so I don't know the feeling (see poll)

[melnc]

I used to be the person who was always there for everyone while no one was there for me. It’s important to recognize when others aren’t genuine and only reach out when they need something. If you find yourself constantly making the effort, take a step back and invest in those who truly reciprocate. Your time is valuable... don’t waste it on one sided relationships.

[BullShark]

Very well said! As someone who's always felt the same for most of my life, I completely agree here. It's important to cut these sorta people off as soon as you can otherwise they'll simply leech off of you even more and leave you feeling even more miserable and worthless

[strateguy632]

That is paranoia.

Ignore those feelings.

[BullShark]

Care to elaborate?

[Nikki1989]

I haven't had that feeling for a very long time, maybe 15 years ago.

[NathanDavis]

nope