I am done dealing with drama in real life. I have never been one to hide my emotions. If I like someone, I express it openly. Unfortunately, I show my dissent just as clearly. I cannot fake a smile talking to someone I am uncomfortable around or I do not want to engage with. I grew up imagining that everyone is like this. Unfortunately, I have come to realize over my 20s and 30s that it is absolutely not the case. People tend to be nice in front of others and are toxic in a closed environment. If one does not have something nice to say about the other to their face, it is best to be quiet instead of being hurtful. So, anyone who has hurt me intentionally, I have happily shut them off from my bubble. I cannot tell how much it helps me stay away from getting pushed over and over again. I was even made to believe that I am the cause of all problems in the life of people around me. A few years ago, I would have been overwhelmed. Now I have learned to love myself and also know that peopl
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