RE: Let's talk: Can our society be happy again?
@jayna - negativity is toxic for sure. We need a little healthy skepticism in our lives but those who dwell on and foster negativity are never happy. My ex is my "ex" because his whole attitude was always negative, accentuated by a drinking problem. It's a whole different life with @crypt-skip as he is always upbeat and positive and we laugh together every day.
It's hard to live in today's society when our whole nation is in turmoil from the top of our government on down. We are a nation divided and it's a sad thing to see.
But as you so eloquently pointed out, there are places to find joy and optimism. Spread the positive and find some ways to give back to your community. There are plenty of volunteer opportunities no matter where you live.
The Golden Rule should rule the world!
I’m so glad you found someone wonderful, @blueeyes8960. I also have a negative ex that just seemed to feed on negativity. One of the least charitable people I’ve ever encountered... yet it took me 7 years to figure out how toxic that situation was. Having someone to laugh with is the most amazing thing ever.
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Well you did better than me, I stayed for 28 years! By the time the boys got to be 14 and 16 and my life was totally no longer involved with theirs, I realized that I was left with "him" and found myself not wanting to go home after work. How sad is that?
But it's all good now - I'm glad it worked out for you as well!
It is truly amazing what we endure.
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