Life has a way of teaching us lessons, sometimes in the harshest of ways. People come into our lives, and over time, they reveal themselves for who they truly are. These people can be broadly categorized as the takers and the givers, or empaths and narcissists. There are patterns in the way people behave, and once you see those patterns clearly, it becomes impossible to ignore them.

The Takers

If we were to look at people in broad strokes, we might find that they often fall into one of a few categories. First, there are the takers. These are the people who, when given the chance, will grab whatever they can get. They care very little for others and are quick to step over anyone who stands between them and what they want, including those who are close to them. Often, some of them don’t even need what they take—they’ll grab it simply because it’s there. They thrive on seeing others bend to their will.

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