Recently, two different people have chosen to pass judgment on one of my major life decisions. Their opinions were neither solicited nor appreciated. I’m struggling to get past my hurt and resentment toward these people.
That got me thinking about how often that happens in life. It’s always a grave mistake, and can sometimes damage relationships beyond repair. So, for your edification, dear reader, here’s a nifty little decision tree that I created that will help you decide when it’s best to shut the f*** up.
This isn’t rocket science, folks. At least, it shouldn’t be.
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Some folks would consider being fatter than they like as a health issue. Since it isn’t something the person can help, it belongs on the STFU side. Other than that, I think this chart is a lifesaver.
Thanks, Angi! And you’ll notice, in those instances when I say to speak up, I still say courtesy is important. I’d much rather hear, “I’m concerned about your weight,” as opposed to, “Damn, girl, you are fat!”