Learning How To Express Yourself, Dealing With Negativity and The Evil Eye

What's Good Dimah Fam!

You know, it’s kind of wild how these days, it seems like a lot of folks out there are getting a real confidence boost when it comes to knocking others down. Have you noticed that? Like, they just come out swinging with negative reactions like it's a sport or something. It's wild! And the thing is, this isn’t just some harmless banter—it really does a number on your psyche. Imagine throwing your thoughts or, say, a picture you're proud of, into the social media ring, only for it to become a magnet for all that negativity. It’s like tossing a coin into a wishing well, except instead of wishes, it’s all the harsh vibes coming back at you. Totally throws you off, doesn’t it? Remember when we could just chat, disagree, and still grab a coffee after? Now, it feels like walking on eggshells, and nobody’s got the time or the energy to play that game. It’s like everyone’s fuse is just that little bit shorter. Here’s the thing that really gets us, though: posting anything online is almost nerve-wracking these days. You’d think it’s the strangers with their random comments that would get to you, but nope, it’s often the people you’d assume you're somewhat close to. And that, my friend, is a strange kind of scary—realizing that the people closest to you, who should be your cheer squad, might just as easily be the ones giving you the side-eye or not being the wind beneath your wings. That's the real twist, isn't it? The people you know, who actually have a seat at your table, their words and vibes—they stick to you like glue. It's like you're armored up for the outside world, but then, it’s the ‘friendly fire’ that gets you. Makes you think twice about being your unfiltered self, which is a real shame. Because when did it become such a daring act to just... be yourself, right?

Thanks for listening!