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What does it mean?
Being taken for granted implies you are so reliable and trusted that your presence is expected.
In plain terms
When people take you for granted, it means they trust and are comfortable with you.
What can you take from it?
View being taken for granted as a sign of deep trust.

Where it applies

  • friendships
  • romantic relationships
  • family dynamics

Putting it to work

  • value reliability
  • appreciate trust

Questions to consider

  • Is being taken for granted always positive?
  • How do you show appreciation?

Another view

Being taken for granted can also signal neglect or lack of effort.

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