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“It's usually the ones who are willing to do anything and everything for another, that get hurt.” quote by Melchor Lim
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“It's usually the ones who are willing to do anything and everything for another, that get hurt.”

Melchor Lim

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of Giving, 2012

Those who overextend themselves for others often suffer emotional or physical harm.

In simple terms: Self‑sacrifice can lead to hurt.

Key Takeaway

Set healthy boundaries when helping.

Themes

self‑care relationships boundaries

Mood

cautious empathetic

Type

psychological advice

When to use this quote

  • volunteering
  • family support
  • friendship
  • caregiving

Key Concepts

altruism burnout

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does helping become self‑destructive?
  • How to recognize personal limits?
A Different Perspective

Over‑giving may enable dependency.

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