What is the Difference Between Attraction and Predation?

In the beginning, your partner listens, remembers details, and says that “you’re the one”. But is he inviting you to choose him—or making it harder for you to choose otherwise? Learn how to distinguish attraction from a setup by looking at how someone responds to your choices and what they do when you say no.
Kindness Without Boundaries: A Set Up to Be Exploited

Kindness isn’t weakness — but it can be mistaken for it. The key is boundaries. When access isn’t earned, exploitation becomes likely, even with friends. Most boundary violations don’t start with predators or obvious abuse. They start earlier — a lot earlier.