"Not trying to be a bitch, but…" is the universal intro for the world’s bitchiest statement (about to be said). -And I really am not trying to be that bitch but the views on my blogs when I vent are literally double the rest...so lets give the people what they want. I haven't vent-ed yet in 2022, so here are 22 of my grievances with the pedestrian public (and also a couple tips to not be annoying)...
1. You’re not bored, you're boring. Honestly there is no excuse. We were just locked up for 2 years, if you are bored now...when things are open... and you can leave the house... I'm not going to use my precious energy to entertain you; get a hobby.
2. Never complain that you are tired or hungry because I can guarantee I’m more tired and hungrier.
3. Nobody cares about your zodiac sign. Nobody. Just like nobody cares about your insecurities (everyone is too busy worrying about their own) -so quit complaining about them.
4. Never start a statement with “you were so drunk last night” that’s what hangovers are there for; to remind us.
5. Unless it’s an emergency, do not call me.
6. (I'm guilty but) don’t ask people "how's it going?"… people are either going to lie or you are going to have to listen to their problems. I can safely say that we are [all] not doing great.
7. Don’t comment on people's looks -compliments are ok but tell them you like the way they laugh, the way they make you feel. Nowadays everything is so shallow, and surface level on social media; a non physical compliment carries much more weight.
8. Your friends are your friends because they like you, not your problems… seek professional help for those.
9. Nobody likes a blown up email or text chain… perhaps compile your thoughts and use bullet points.
10. Nobody cares about your skincare regimens.
11. Be more original when meeting new people, “what do you do” to me is like asking “how much money do you make?” You don’t even know my last name, but you want a pay-stub. That’s invasive.
12. I am an introvert but unfortunately I have to meet a lot of people on a regular basis… ‘small talk’ usually goes something like this… 1.) Stating the obvious: “you are taller than I thought” 2.) Make an underhanded slating statement: “that is an interesting outfit” -Don’t. You, looking up at me in your hideous Sperry Top-Sider boat shoes, are indirectly saying I look weird… putting me down still won’t make you above 6 feet tall, -you ugly shoe troll. Silence is ok. I feel like we are inherently brought up to avoid silence when in a social situation. If there is nothing to be said, no need to waste it with words.
13. People who tell the truth don’t mind being questioned… Liars do.
14. Normalize saying “no”… and normalize saying “no” without having to give an excuse as to why.
14. Depression isn’t a phase. Anxiety isn’t overreacting. PTSD isn’t just for soldiers.
15. Quit using the term “hunni” / "periodt" it’s just very cringe and cheugy
16. Saying social media is toxic is like blaming alcohol for alcoholism. Yes it’s a cause but there are plenty of people who can enjoy it responsibly. Instagram is as real as you make it out to be.
17. Gaslighters should also be charged as criminals.
18. Saying nothing is saying the most.
19. When I’m walking Sophie, don’t feel the need to approach me to tell me your mom's neighbor's cousin's friend has an Italian greyhound… I don’t care… and furthermore if a stranger approaches me in 2022 in Los Angeles I’m automatically assuming you are going to hold me up at gunpoint- so don’t scare me like that.
20. People who always preach about wanting good energy around them, are usually the "bad" energy.
21. The one's who say "nobody's perfect" have done a lot of shitty things AND don't learn from their shit behavior. [red flag]
22. Sorry for being a bitch and thank you for listening.
Here I am in an assortment of bucket hats, cause some of y’alls behavior makes me want to throw up.
Brett Dreissig @sektual