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A Lil Chismis😁

BY: @ifarmgirl | CREATED: May 31, 2026, 1:25 p.m. | VOTES: 243 | PAYOUT: $3.43 | [ VOTE ]

I encountered someone at a community event whom I haven't seen or spoken to for a long time. She was very chatty, which should be fine with me, but she was overly negative, complaining about other people's problems, most of which don't concern or impact her directly. She appeared to be up to date with every piece of bad news in society. She seemed to get easily pulled into other people's dramas and make them her own. It must be tiring!

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"Oh, just let it go, or laugh it out. Those things would just upset you and ruin not only your day but your health," I said half-jokingly at some point. The other women seconded, saying those were out of our control, so we shouldn't waste our energy on them. One tried to pivot the conversation, but she went on and on, whining about this or that, refusing to change the topic. After a while, the others stood up one after another, pretending to have something to do outside.

Thankfully, the hubby called me out, so I didn't have to listen to her for longer than I should have. She left soon after, saying she forgot her Losartan.

"It's good she went home, or we would be overfed with problems. We already have our own," one of the girls said when we were back in the sitting room.

I don't blame them. Not that we don't care, but we do have the choice to prioritize our mental well-being. Negativity can be infectious, and spending time with persistently pessimistic individuals can influence one's mindset, focus, and energy levels, so it's best to limit interactions with those who tend to thrive in it.

Because some really do. I was once one, and I don't wish to swing back to it. I did laugh, imagining how the few people around me suffered from my crankiness in the past. Miss J will wake up, too, hopefully very soon.

Anyway, that's just a wee chismis for the day😁

Have a fabulous Sunday!

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Replies

@asiaymalay | May 31, 2026, 3:12 p.m. | Votes: 1 | [ VOTE ]

Minsan Hindi KO Rin maiwasang worry SA Hindi KO nman problems sis😁. Pero lagi KO remind sarili KO na tumigil😁

@ifarmgirl | June 1, 2026, 8:46 a.m. | Votes: 0 | [ VOTE ]

Normal sis ang magworry, pero ang maganda, alam mong econtrol :)

@savvyplayer | June 4, 2026, 2:36 a.m. | Votes: 0 | [ VOTE ]

I thought that the word "econtrol" means "emotional control" !INDEED, but I realized that it's not necessarily the case. 🤓🤯😆 !WEIRD !HOPE !PIZZA !PIXY

@zoe01 | May 31, 2026, 4:32 p.m. | Votes: 1 | [ VOTE ]

I think it's natural to listen and empathize but when someone refuses to let go of things they can't control it can become exhausting for everyone around them. I hope, Miss J finds more reasons to smile soon.

@ifarmgirl | June 1, 2026, 8:49 a.m. | Votes: 0 | [ VOTE ]

It sure is. But as you said, if it gets to the point it becomes burdensome, it's time to keep a distance :)

@lee1938 | May 31, 2026, 4:56 p.m. | Votes: 0 | [ VOTE ]

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hive #posh

@melan11e | May 31, 2026, 6:26 p.m. | Votes: 2 | [ VOTE ]

Such a great truth in your post! At the end of the day, you really have to protect your own mental health because negativity is truly infectious. I loved how the group tried to subtly change the subject, and well... what a lifesaver that call from your husband was. Glad you could get back to your peaceful Sunday.

@savvyplayer | June 1, 2026, 2:08 a.m. | Votes: 2 | [ VOTE ]

There's the saying that people are more prone to negativity than positivity. 🤯 I wonder if @ifarmgirl would agree! 😅

!WEIRD !PIXY !HOPE !INDEED !PIZZA

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