The Dad Edge Podcast Why Nice Guys Don't Get Their Needs Met
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Aug 24, 2017 
Dr. Robert Glover, author of No More Mr. Nice Guy, talks about why nice guys struggle to get their needs met. He discusses the importance of prioritizing needs in relationships and how neediness can push people away. Making our needs a priority is a loving act that allows us to be more generous in giving.
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Covert Contracts
- Nice guys often operate under covert contracts, believing certain behaviors guarantee love and acceptance.
- These contracts, like "being good" or "meeting others' needs," often go unacknowledged by others.
Passive-Aggressive Behavior
- Nice guys struggle with expressing their needs directly, leading to passive-aggressive behaviors and resentment.
- They often keep score of their good deeds, expecting reciprocity but failing to communicate their expectations.
Fill Your Own Cup First
- Prioritize meeting your own needs instead of constantly trying to fill others' cups.
- Give from a place of fullness, not from an empty cup seeking validation.