It is very risky to invest in unproductive relationships. Your competence in your gifting should dicate the value of partnership; if not, you are with the wrong people. The moment value is defined, growth is fostered. Value propels needfulness. Thus, growth is assured. Only an average man will not consider growth when on stage. However,relationships should not be parasitic by nature. When it is all about you giving without receiving, then in due time, your depreciation will evidently be seen. Your competance in your gift defines your allegiance. You will not contribute to productive relationships if you don't discover your gift and desire to grow it. Be careful with people in your courts who you smile with, and in times of need, the smile fades. They are dangerous serpents with a dangerous venom. They only clap loud when you are going down