People who feed off of negativity- mainly women

[Anonymous]

How do you deal with them? I try to avoid people like this and cut them out from the start but some are in my circle. They seem to live off the "awes." I am not good at comebacks to counter this, especially when first discussing a matter that comes up. I tend not to bring issues up but there are always those gossips and "meaningful" women who love to be the one to tell "the story" and "organize" something. It feels more like they need something to talk about and "to do" then genuine care and concern. Gets tiring.

[Anonymous]

I've read this three times and I'm still not sure what you are getting at. Maybe you can give an example?

[Anonymous]

"awes"?

[Anonymous]

If I read you right, OP, you are complaining about women who hear something sad has happened to someone and talk with others about how sad it is and what they can do to help.

Your objection seems to be that these women are helping because they need something "to do" rather than from a truly altruistic motive.

I'm gonna be straight with you, OP. I am fine with people venting, even if there are others who have it worse, but this is the.dumbest complaint I've ever heard. Do you really think the recipients of charity are concerned about the motives of the people who are helping them? No. They are just happy to have help.

[Anonymous]

I had a girlfriend like this, when I was downsized from a job (happened to me twice). I tried not to take it wrong but along with the awe she made me feel like there was something wrong with me personally for losing my job twice, so I get it OP!

[Anonymous]

This complaint could apply to me, op. Sorry but, I hear your complaint. Just stay away from people like us or say," let's change the subject?"

[Anonymous]

My husband travels quite a bit for work, awe is all I hear. Even when I tell people we are fine, we have help, my husband and I talk all the time and make up quality time they just seem to love saying it. Yes I know what you mean.

[Anonymous]

Is this the OP who finds it disgusting that some people help each other out by sharing rides and babysitting?

[Anonymous]

OP here, no I'm not the one who made that post but I sure could use some help without the "awe" you have no family here (new to DC area) and could actually use some help. Thank goodness a new family is moving in from out of town nearby who seem very down to earth and friendly.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here, no I'm not the one who made that post but I sure could use some help without the "awe" you have no family here (new to DC area) and could actually use some help. Thank goodness a new family is moving in from out of town nearby who seem very down to earth and friendly.

The vast majority of people in this area are not from here.

[Anonymous]

Aw, I am so sorry that you never learned how to spell properly. You sound ridiculous picking on other people when you can't even spell properly.



aw interj \?o?\
Definition of AW
—used to express mild disappointment, gentle entreaty, or real or mock sympathy or sentiment

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:OP here, no I'm not the one who made that post but I sure could use some help without the "awe" you have no family here (new to DC area) and could actually use some help. Thank goodness a new family is moving in from out of town nearby who seem very down to earth and friendly.

The vast majority of people in this area are not from here.

Only in certain neighborhoods.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Aw, I am so sorry that you never learned how to spell properly. You sound ridiculous picking on other people when you can't even spell properly.



aw interj \?o?\
Definition of AW
—used to express mild disappointment, gentle entreaty, or real or mock sympathy or sentiment

Maybe they're in awe of her for managing w/o family in the area....

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Aw, I am so sorry that you never learned how to spell properly. You sound ridiculous picking on other people when you can't even spell properly.



aw interj \?o?\
Definition of AW
—used to express mild disappointment, gentle entreaty, or real or mock sympathy or sentiment

Maybe they're in awe of her for managing w/o family in the area....

I think you are right!! :o)

[Anonymous]

even after reading the definition and knowing what "aw" means, i am so confused by the usage of it here. i hate this thread.