Think of it as help
I know it is frustrating when people cash in on your ideas, but that is just part of what happens when you are an innovator.
In the art world, innovation is the key to success. Because of that people are always trying to come up with the next big thing, and many people are watching to see what that is, and then beat the rest to the market. However, it is those who consistently produce quality who are truly successful.
Two things on this that I have learned:
When I share ideas they are a gift. If I want to keep them for myself then I keep them in my pocket.
Second, if you make something true to yourself then no one can take that away from you. If you are making something with a conviction, then that passion cannot be duplicated. Sure, they can copy your method, but not your passion. If they share that passion, then the connection goes way beyond any potential gain either might get.
Just keep doing what you do, and focus on those that share your passion. Like you said, the ones that take usually don't last very long.
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