Why, even when you give so much, do you still not get the respect you deserve?
Today, let’s talk about this topic.
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First, it might be because you’re too nice.
You don’t get angry when you should, but you lose your temper over small things.
If you never show anger, people won’t respect you.
If you’re always angry, people get used to it and won’t fear you either.
Remember: pick the right moment to show your anger.
Let everyone know that you have a temper too.
Even a rabbit will bite when cornered.
Even a clay Buddha has some temper—it’s just that you know how to control it.

Second, you might lack principles and boundaries.
You always agree with whatever others say, trying to please people without having your own opinions.
At first, people may see you as easygoing, but over time, they’ll take you for a fool.
Being nice to everyone and afraid to offend anyone isn’t generosity—it’s having no bottom line.
After a while, people won’t even bother to say thank you.
So don’t be a people-pleasing doormat.

Third, your kindness may have no limits.
Kindness is a virtue, but not everyone will understand or appreciate it.
If you’re kind for too long, those who take advantage will see your kindness as 理所当然 (a given).
The day you stop being kind to them, they’ll accuse you of changing, of not being kind anymore—they might even turn against you.

Fourth, you might be too open and unreserved.
You always wear your heart on your sleeve and speak too honestly.
You think being open with others will make them treat you the same way.
But this easily exposes your weaknesses and lets others manipulate or control you.
It’s like standing naked in front of people—with no privacy left.
Also, talking too much can be a problem.
Before anyone else can speak at gatherings or meetings, you’re already rambling nonstop.
Being long-winded and jumping between topics—it annoys people.
Communication shouldn’t be all over the place.
Straying too far from the point can irritate others.

Fifth, think about whether you don’t know how to say no.
You say yes whenever someone asks you for something.
You treat whatever others give you as a treasure.
Over time, you become everyone’s trash can—they dump all their rubbish on you.
because you’re the easiest to push around.

Another issue is your attitude.
Lowering your posture for everyone isn’t humility—it’s lack of confidence.
and it makes people look down on you.
In business, you may easily be controlled.
Human nature admires strength.
Once people detect your lack of self-confidence,
It’s like sharks smelling blood—your troubles will begin.

One last piece of advice: don’t be too proactive.
Being overly eager can make you seem cheap.
and you might end up meeting the wrong people,
getting hurt and starting to doubt yourself.
Plus, once you take the initiative, others will take it for granted.
Remember: don’t turn yourself from Party A (the one in charge) into Party B (the subordinate).

These are the 8 reasons why people may not take you seriously.
Check yourself against them.
If any sound familiar, it’s time to reflect and adjust.
If you have questions, leave a comment below.
We can discuss it together, or you can ask Namie AI what to do.