Are so used to a certain way of being treated that they don't recognize it as unhealthy for them. Have little belief in themselves. Lack information about assertive behavior and have no experience in using assertive behavior. Are timid, scared, and suspicious of help being offered to them. Are skeptical about someone really wanting to help them.
Life is supposed to be filled with unhappiness and uncertainty.
The small guy never wins. This is the way things are supposed to be. There are winners and losers in all transactions between people. My role in life is to be a loser. Most people are basically selfish, mean, self-centered and disrespectful.