I met up with a friend I had not heard from or seen in a while (outside of social media). He is in a good place in his life with career, money, relationships. I wanted to catch up. And maybe it was because my cycle was about to hit and I was super in my feelings, in combo with the impeccable timing: but he gave me this little pithy nugget that really resonated with me. Also I think it was mentioned in an episode of the 10% happier podcast. "Don't do damage." Basically do what you need to do. #YouDoYou but don't trample all over people or go OUT OF YOUR WAY to do damage. In this world of hate filled/racist campaigns/robo calls, and random or not so random acts of violence I wish the world would focus on more positive things and work to build each other up and do less damage to ourselves and this singular ball of gas we live on. I admit I have done shitty things as a younger person but The present me won't go out of my way to fuck other people's shit up. People can live their lives how they like. You can't change people. You can change yourself. And change who you surround yourself with. Also, who has time for that? No, seriously. I LITERALLY don't have time for that. Always be safe and mindful of yourself, your surroundings and those around you. But don't fuck shit up just to fuck some shit up.