I'm Annoyed

Like, I just want to shake the shit out of most people these days. Why is everyone so damn negative lately? I’ve really noticed it as everyone is taking the time to post what they are thankful for every day this month on social media. That’s great and all, but I’m noticing that folks that are posting that are the same ones that constantly bitch and moan the remaining 11 months of the year. Hell, they’ll post that they are “Outraged that Kim Kardashian is topless in Kanye’s new video because she is a MOM now", right after they post that they are soooo thankful for their ammmaaaazzzzzing family. Who gives a shit? If I looked like that after having a baby, I would take my top off too! Girlfriend has a rocking bod, and isn’t afraid to show it! It’s not just social media that’s wearing me out, it’s people in general. Maybe these people were always Negative Nancy’s, but I didn’t notice as much because we weren’t texting, posting, snap-chatting every day.

I learned something early in life that I think really helped turn me into the person I am today. There are things in life that I can change, and there are things that I cannot change. Getting worked up about things that I cannot change, or do not affect me is truly the biggest waste of my time. I can’t help if Kim K. takes off her shirt. I can help if I decide to take off my shirt. See the difference? (Don’t worry, I’ll leave mine on.) I can’t help if there is a massive traffic jam on the way to work. I can help the way I react to it, and possibly set the tone for the rest of my day. I can decide to honk and cuss and act like a total jackass. Or I can take the time to put on some good tunes, and catch up on some emails. The world will not end if I’m a few minutes late to work, and chances are, your being late to work won’t tilt the world on its axis either. When you choose to be mad and huff and puff, you’re setting yourself up for a day of being a rude jackass. Let’s face it, happy people have better manners and are more fun to be around. There are people that I work with that haven’t been happy for twenty years, and I avoid them at all costs.

I guess lately I’m just having a hard time seeing what all the fuss is about. Ugh, your phone died? Ugh, first world problem. Omg, your boss is being pushy? Omg you have a job shut up.  I hope I’m not coming off as a bitter Betty today, but I really want all of you to think about all the positives in your life and turn that frown upside down! This is truly the most wonderful time of the year. We get to visit family and friends, and have parties, and drink champagne on week nights! Even if your job isn’t your dream job, hopefully you’re working hard anyway (with a smile on your face) while working towards your dream job. Our dreams don’t happen overnight, and none of us “deserves” all the happiness in the world. If you really want some perspective, help someone that cannot ever return the favor to you. There is no greater joy in life than giving, especially when it’s someone that cannot ever repay you. Go serve food at a mission in your town. Not so you can post on Facebook about it and get 52 likes. Do it because there are people that truly have nothing, and so love that a total stranger wants to help them out. What makes me so deserving of a hot meal and warm bed over that fella that lives under the bridge? Nothing.

So the next time you are faced with the opportunity to be catty or whiny, stop and think about it. Does it really matter that Frances picked purple bridesmaid dresses? Do I really care? Or am I feeling down today, and talking about other people makes me feel better? Maybe Frances has had those purple dresses in her mind for 20 years, and is absolutely ecstatic about them. Bitch, don’t kill her vibe! When you really think about it, minding your manners leads to happier days! Be thankful! Not on social media to feed your narcissism. TELL your loved ones how thankful you are for them. And for goodness sake, y’all be nice to one another!