Are any relationships really non transactional ?

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 It feels like every relationship these days demands the most from us. Whether personal or professional, people seem to expect the best return for the time, money, or energy they’ve invested. 

From managers to kids, everyone seems to want the most from us, whether it’s mental effort or physical energy. 

Is this just how the world works now, and is it really a bad thing, or should we simply accept it and make peace with it to keep living our lives as they are?