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Why is everyone around me always being so mean?

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Last Updated: 04/10/2022 at 2:29am
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OlivePumpkin444
April 10th, 2022 2:29am
I'm sorry to hear that everyone around you is so mean. It could be that they are under stress or are experiencing their own person struggles in life. This doesn't excuse their meanness, but it is a reason for the unwarranted rudeness. I would say that it's best to keep to yourself and protect your energy. The way we treat each other contains a shared energy that can be transferred to us. If we do not protect ourselves, we are at risk of absorbing negative emotions, which will effect the way we treat others. If their meanness really starts to become a problem, it would be best to speak to them or a person in authority about it. In the meantime, make sure to show respect and keep your distance.
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Anonymous
August 27th, 2016 6:34am
is there anything that makes you think in such a way? moreover you are not living to impress the people who doesnt care about you ..
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