Compassionate woman helping an elderly woman in a peaceful park while maintaining healthy boundaries, representing an altruistic personality.
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Altruistic Personality: Why Kind People Get Exploited

An altruistic personality is characterized by compassion, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others. While these qualities strengthen relationships and build trust, they can also make kind people vulnerable to emotional exhaustion, burnout, and exploitation when healthy boundaries are missing. This article explores the psychology and neuroscience behind altruism, explains why some people struggle to say “no,” and highlights the warning signs of self-neglect

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