@abs1k_
This is why a lot of you are depressed + have so much contempt for urself but don’t understand why. Like this advice, each act of betrayal or denial of your needs + genuine desires take away bits of you until you become a shell of urself. Do what works for YOU, forget the noise
@SiAngle568
@NickiNicoleSTL
@isaiahgripper
she definitely does because who watches that and comes up with “that was a lot”. She didn’t do enough if you ask me because I would’ve gone to her home (for record keeping purposes) and have the po po pick her up from there
@Antss1j
& the room is still 1k kmttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttt
@EllaDecember
I used to have a “friend” who was sooooo triggered by this. Every time she saw my nails she always had a sly comment “Mrs Degree” “Working babe” “Short and boring” etc. Like my nails really upset her 😂😂😂 then a few years later she started rocking short nails too 😂😂😂😂
@BigBadBunny2
I’m a nurse (MH) and honestly you’re super lucky if you get a compassionate and empathetic nurse, especially if it’s a physical health nurse. They do not care about you
@shayraiix
With all due disrespect, get over yourself. Just say you’re not a good friend and let’s move on pls, this “who can be the worst friend” Olympics you lot love to pontificate on is getting boring now
@honchohooch
Rewatching this, OG was right and all those ladies were so wrong on some mean girls sh*t. OG was damn strong to stand on business on her own. But this is what it’s like for *real black women, especially dark skin black women
@oatmilklover420
@ChiefBlackfin
@abs1k_
why do you even want to work somewhere you have to police your being like this ???? have some self respect and integrity FOR CHRIST SAKE
Speaking about gym culture and how uncomfortable it is for women, I remember at my last gym during one of my sessions I noticed this guy literally following me around, he would position himself either in front or near me everywhere I went to workout and workout there too
@ZezeMillz
Speak for yourself sis, YOU are not Lori Harvey. I detest when people try to make others feel as low as they do. YOU may not be able to move like this but I promise you lots of us can and do. But don’t fret, there’s still hope for an “everyday” babe like you 🫶🏿
@ltsouthernbelle
@abs1k_
100%, it’s one of the toughest lessons I’ve had to learn but until you learn it (+ live it!!!) you will be miserable and not understand why
@mindofprospect
Before I started doing this, I cannot tell you how many times I have received dm’s “hey I see we’re in the same area *insert excuse to meet up here*”. I posted a tb last year, tagged the location, 10 minutes later “hey me and my friends just arrived, wanna come to our villa” 🙄
I was JUST telling my cousin, that as women, we should only become moms if we reconciled that we may have to be the sole parent and are ok with it. You can cross all the T’s and dot all the i’s with choosing a man, but he shouldn’t be considered into your decision to be a mom 🤷🏽♀️
@_ethatsme
@abs1k_
From ur response, I assume ur issue is u probably don’t know how or struggle to cultivate genuine community outside of forced settings. Yes of course be kind and cordial + that doesn’t mean to say you can’t build a community with colleagues from work but that is not it’s purpose
@iam_enriched
You did nothing wrong, she asked for your advice and got a response she didn’t like. Some people have never experienced genuine honesty in their life. Also it’s clear that your values and morals aren’t aligned so she actually did you a favour by blocking you
@Skysarfo
You’re boring for coming on here to seek validation for your choices. There’s no problem with not drinking or smoking, nobody cares and even if they do, everyone is entitled to be selective about who they want to spend their time with
@TheBlackLayers
And that’s the problem! Parenting should be intentional. Bringing a human into this world, who’s experience of their childhood is going to affect their day to day in adult life and how they treat other human beings, should be intentional
@REDSEASHAWTY
My last manager was like this, when I realised that our definitions of “passionate” about work was different I made it abundantly clear (to manage expectations) that I would never be as “passionate” as her because I have a life and strongly believe in workplace boundaries
Obviously he thought I would approach him. I didn’t, as I was leaving he had the audacity to grab me and say “I noticed you noticing me and wanted to say hi”. I was sweating and in that gym daze, I literally just kmtttt’d and walked away. What a normal thing to do 🙂
@sorathexxplora
@oatmilklover420
@ChiefBlackfin
@abs1k_
It’s important to be cordial I agree but this idea of betraying urself to be the ideal black employee to make ur yt colleagues comfortable is pathetic. It depends on the kind of person you are + what you want but more time the impact on your being isn’t worth the slight advantage
@blixberrie
When I lived in London, summer ‘22 I think, my friend and I would only go to Soho house events because we knew we weren’t the desired “type” and would have a peaceful girls night. We used to have so much fun!
@REDSEASHAWTY
She then started stuttering, talking about she hoped we could work it out. I told her in my experience, people who’s life revolve around work are not the kind of people I want to work with or even just be around. It was like 2pm, I packed my shit & left, so happy I did!
@thekingsmind8
@ZezeMillz
Who told you it was unrealistic and are you God to know everyone’s true hearts desire ??? All girlie did was encourage women, black women in particular, to have standards and not settle. It may be helpful for you to reflect on why you believe that’s “unrealistic”
I think this way about everything, I have decided the kind of life I want and deserve and say no to anything that doesn’t align. Like “hmm my friend/partner/manager/colleague who actually cares for me + wants me to feel safe and valued wouldn’t do that.. ok bye”
Lost a high paying contract this morning (even went to get my nails done to cheer myself up), just finished an interview (only applied this afternoon) for an even higher paying contract this evening. I start in 2 weeks 🥹
@GoldingGirl617
They make it sound like they’re doing you a favour by treating you right and I honestly hate that because you could’ve just left me alone kmttttt
@prettyforadarky
@honchohooch
You’re right, some darkskin women chose to align themselves with lighter skin women and bully other darkskin women so they can feel better about themselves and avoid the “darkskin experience”. Kinda like how bm use yt women to (try to) escape black trauma, hope that helps ❤️
@ALLEON_K
Na I agree, Ireland is the place to be (if you like a nice, quiet, sometimes boring but peaceful life) but for certain careers there’s no growth in Ireland. The goal is to up-skill and come back established
@_dontfuckabout
@Oquan_xi
She’s 18. Wild idea but you know you could actually just not listen ? Like so crazy I know but when she comes on your screen, you can like not engage ? Maybe try that, hope it helps 💗
Also that was HER choice to block her friend & be isolated with that man. Does the friend not deserve peace too ??? Do you know how exhausting it is to be a friend in that situation ??? Where is the accountability ??? Your friends are not responsible for your bad choices, be fr
@TheRaddestRex
@oatmilklover420
@ChiefBlackfin
@abs1k_
And that’s ok.. for you. I have enough self-esteem and self-respect to ensure that I am aligned to spaces and opportunities that won’t make me have to compromise my integrity to “deal with it”
@Raidz2Real
This is the same man who tried to defend his deadbeat friend abi ? You are a rare kind of idiot and have been oppressing us with your stupidity for far too long now
@PHREN0L0GY
This is actually very true when you understand that societies idea (which influences our perceptions) of a terrible woman is a confident, unapologetic, self sufficient, autonomous woman. And a good woman is agreeable and subservient
@mashedwork
@DifonMD
By encouraging women to have standards, meaning that u believe u do not meet those standards. What’s amazing to me is that u tweeted this on ur own volition and not under duress. Please apply sense and/or shame, telling the world u lack basic skills is not something to celebrate
@MissLyricVoelle
@EllaDecember
I got the point sis but I actually think that train of thought is indicative of major insecurity because who tf cares, reflect instead of posting silly memes baby girl 💖
I set out on this mission a couple years ago, let go of those old connections (tbh that only reflected how much contempt I had for myself) & worked on developing new genuine friendships. It wasn’t easy but I am so grateful I did this and wish I had the courage to do it sooner
@Dabzzzz97
As someone who moved to the UK from another country, the situation in the UK is dire and not going to get any better. Economically everywhere is struggling but this country and their government are diabolical
@o_keilani
To whoever this man is, a quick Google would have helped with differentiating slaves and indentured servants because they are not the same thing sir
@its_giving
@oatmilklover420
@ChiefBlackfin
@abs1k_
Then so be it. If likability >> quality of my work then they’re actually doing me a favour. I have no desire to be liked or build rapport with people I don’t respect. I do my work + I’m cordial, that’s all that should be expected
When someone is sucking the life out of you and you’re not naturally an active person, I promise gym or exercise of any kind is the last thing on your mind
@ysmammri
This is so me because you really thought you would let me build the bed myself and you could get in ???? Sweetheart you’re never setting foot in my home again 😂😂😂 Idc how much I like you, that can’t fly
I’m going to teach my children that they (each individual child) are the most important person in their life and they should take care of themselves, physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually, by all means possible
I love being around people (I respect) who aren’t afraid to call me out or express themselves if they’re unhappy with something I’ve done, like yessss please I wanna learn and grow and I can’t do it on my own 🥺
I wouldnt let no black woman get hit with a brick and my presence and just stand there looking dumb. Me and all my homegirl are jumping him- tf, yall is really bitch ass niggas but we knew that, so next topic!
This!! I’ve had to distance myself from so many of my “friends” who refuse to see me as human because I am so “strong and independent”. The lack of consideration is really hurtful and I’m simply not dealing with it anymore
You gotta be careful about being perceived as having it all together cause everybody gon start treating u like a robot who don’t need nothing lol gotta show a little chink in your armor every here n there to remind people you’re human
@MissWinz
There’s nothing embarrassing about it at all. Her standards or expectations affect you in no way whatsoever. If anything, we should all strive for high standards. I think you need to reflect on why it bothers you so much because baby girl is just living her life and you’re mad 😂
Milton is my dream man, a super tall nerd that’s passionate about his nerdy things and is willing to learn to be vulnerable ??? God whennnn 😭😭😭
#LoveIsBlind
In the traditional sense because you have lost your whole mind if you think I’m carrying your child without significant commitment, idc who you are or how much I love you
@_yungkend
@its_giving
@oatmilklover420
@ChiefBlackfin
@abs1k_
And that’s ok with me. My integrity and self-respect is what’s important to me, not anybody’s business. Funnily enough, I am more successful now than ever, even more than when I did play these games
I don’t expect someone like you to understand sir, take care
@REDSEASHAWTY
Idk what she wanted but I just told her to hold up. Called my agency to confirm that I could quit on the spot and today would be my last day, they said yes. Went back to the convo with her and just told her not to worry about it as today was my last day
@REDSEASHAWTY
Girlie called me into the office the next week and was like “I don’t think this is working out, you’re not passionate enough and don’t seem like a team player”. Mind you, my actual work was exemplary, she + others on the team, plus other teams said this
This is why once you lie to me, no matter how small, sorry but it was lovely knowing you. I automatically switch into HR mode and start wishing people the best on their future endeavours because you’re a whole liar and that can’t fly in my world
#sorrynotsorry
@thekingsmind8
@ZezeMillz
You came on the internet to express how you felt because a woman told other women to have standards and not settle. You are experiencing emotions sir, I’m so sorry to have to break it to you. I don’t claim to know what people are feeling or want because I don’t. Take care