Common Sense

When people aren't right
 I head for the door.
 I no longer ask, why, or what for??
 When people escalate
 I look for the gate, because
 you know things aren't going that great..
 I did not cause their anger
 I did not cause their pain
 I'm not their therapists
 there is no monetary gain..
 I avoid their toxicity by escaping the vicinity..
 It's not that complicated
 their anger can't be negated..
 don't be a target and don't be dense
 just remove their audience, it's just common sense.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Falgout Avatar
February 7, 2023 at 4:02 PM
This speaks volumes Not a fan of negative energy I dart out the door to protect my peace ?? Thank you for your creativity
Gauthier Avatar
January 17, 2020 at 1:41 PM
Brilliant, Nancy. Very wise advice. A FAVE for me. Well penned.
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