Melissa
1 min readApr 10, 2024

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Rising Above the "I’m Done Being Nice" Attitude

In a world where the mantra "I'm done being nice" is echoed in the corridors of our lives, it's easy to fall into the trap of bitterness. We've all been there, myself included, where the disappointments and the injustices make us want to put up walls and adopt a 'me against the world' stance.

But let's pause and ask ourselves: **What does this solve?**

The truth is, nothing. It's a defense mechanism that often backfires, turning us into the very thing we despise. It's a battle where the only casualty is our own peace of mind.

So, how do we combat this? How do we stop letting negativity win?

The answer lies in **resilience** and **compassion**. It's about understanding that yes, people can be disappointing. They can do horrible things. But that doesn't have to be the end of the story. It doesn't have to define us.

We have the power to choose our response. To choose kindness over spite, understanding over judgment, and love over hate. It's not about being naive or weak; it's about being strong enough to remain kind in a cruel world.

Let's not let the negative define us. Let's be the light in the darkness, the calm in the storm. Let's be better, not because the world deserves it, but because we deserve to live our best lives—unmarred by the bitterness that can so easily consume us.

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Melissa

Gamer, writer, and full time sarcasm expert. I believe in aliens, Norse gods, and that rage quitting is an art form. Stick around for deep dives and epic fails