Many people, through no fault of their own, find themselves in unsatisfactory situations, such as an exploitative job, an abusive relationship, or poverty. The questions then arise as to what, if anything, they should do about such situations. Many, if not most, people tend to be overcome by inertia, and are inclined to accept things as they are, as the effort and risks involved in trying to ameliorate the situation are simply too great, and the chances of success too slim.