Ignore them. If they ask something like, “Don’t you want to save the world?” say “No, thank you,” and move along. We don’t always have to be polite.
If they’re good at their job, they will have a response to every reason you give them, as you’ve seen. It’s no use coming up with excuses, just go.
And know that you can never donate enough to a major charity to make up for the amount they’ll spend mailing you every month for the rest of your life!
May 29, 2025
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why be negative when you can be positive. If you see someone do something dumb just ignore it (unless it’s especially funny then you can share it with friends another time).
We only live once so best to focus on the positives. When you’re nice to others you feel much better yourself. And everyone’s constantly learning, making mistakes anyway so while other people may seem uninformed sometimes, you also will be at points and you wouldn’t want to be ridiculed for that.
As for others being negative, just nod along and ignore. Or try to change the topic.
Jan 28, 2025
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No need to explain the why of the NO.
NO by itself is a full sentence that describes a negative feedback to whatever was asked.
Insisting / getting mad at for saying NO is a selfish act.
Don’t feel bad either to say it, prioritise yourself and your peace, a real friend will understand and check on you when needed.
Jan 11, 2025
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-do your conflict resolution on the phone or in person, no angry text messages!!!
-don’t let consumerism be your entry point into a new hobby. you don’t need the latest and greatest gear/equipment to have fun
-be funny about your complaints and thank your friends for listening
-dating is completely optional and if you are not enjoying it, you don’t have to do it
-make it easy for people you love to spend time with you without spending money
-doing acts of kindness for others is an anti-depressant for all parties
-eating someone else’s leftovers without permission is sick and twisted behavior
-never cut a good conversation short just because “it’s getting late”
-wedding gifts are optional
May 25, 2024
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The occupation persists, the oppression persists, the torture persists.
The occupiers are psychotic and their work is never finished.
People who’ve paid attention won’t be surprised by this photo from Gaza.
Jan 22, 2025
Feb 10, 2025
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I’m 50, I say because that makes me unusual in this context. I paid [redacted] for a ticket to the Eras Tour after listening to tswift for 3 weeks, and it was worth it. In second grade my teacher gave kids birthday spankings over her knee, and in sixth grade my teacher told my mom I hadn’t blossomed yet. I’m a good friend, mostly to people on the internet. I’m good at conversing with strangers. I’m usually the oldest person at the show but don’t feel like it. I’m good at being helpful. I’m sarcastic and funny and make myself laugh. I’m a good graphic designer and a conscientious driver. I’m a good photographer and I can successfully follow recipes. I don’t use my Peloton enough. I did a lot of caregiving for my mom for several years, and we enjoyed spending time together even if it was mostly in waiting rooms and my car. The fastest I ever ran a mile was eight minutes and six seconds. I drove the same car for 20 years and then replaced it with another one. I enjoy tipping, giving money to people on the street and Disneyland. I am a fan of baseball, Formula 1 racing and the Criterion Channel. I solve about 80% of New York Times crosswords. I take Prozac and Wellbutrin, and take Trazodone to sleep through the night. I wish I had a glassed in solarium so I could sleep in it on rainy nights. I would like to have a pet cat and a garage. I could happily live eating only cereal and fruit. I overshare on the internet and undershare elsewhere. ✌️💛
Feb 28, 2025