8. Emotional Energy
This one is less obvious but equally important.
Constantly lending your time, attention, and emotional support to people who don’t reciprocate can leave you drained. Being supportive is admirable — but overextending yourself can lead to burnout and resentment.
Healthy boundaries protect both you and your relationships.
The Bottom Line
Generosity is a beautiful quality. But wisdom must guide it.
Before lending anything, ask yourself:
What happens if it’s not returned?
What happens if it’s damaged?
What happens if expectations aren’t met?
Kindness should never require self-sacrifice that harms your stability, security, or peace of mind.
Sometimes the most responsible answer isn’t “yes.”
It’s “I’m sorry — I can’t.”
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