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Patternv1PT-052

Boundary-depletion pattern

the structural tendency for people without clear boundaries to be consumed as resources by others until depletion, because unbounded availability creates demand that scales to consume all supply

Why This Is a Pattern

Exemplifies resource depletion dynamics. Recurs in caregiving burnout, open-door management, emotional labor, overcommitment.