Anonymous wrote:My dad used to always say "Learn to Leave"
Is your childhood friend actually a liar who only cares about herself? Don't speak to her anymore!
Is your boyfriend unfaithful and rude to his mom? Dump him!
Is your boss a racist and expects way too much from you for the little pay you receive? Find a new job!
This has been my mindset for years and I am happier than ever. Of course, many people do not have the privilege of moving or changing jobs, so there are a lot of caveats. But if you have the chance to leave a bad situation or remove someone toxic from your life, do it. Its hard because we crave stability and long-term connections, but if someone/something is dragging you down, its best to cut it off.
I think this is incredibly important. It took me a long time to realize this. Will teach it to my children as they grow up.