One more vent...

I really do try not to complain.  I think it's a waste of energy.  On the other hand, I think sometimes, just getting out that one good vent (or in this case, two vents) allows me to move on.  Like...if I just allow myself to vocalize my frustration to someone, I can release it.  I'm sure I'm not the only one.  What I hate is when people vent and vent and vent.  Otherwise known as complain and complain and complain. What I hate even more is when people complain and don't do anything to try to remedy their situation.  They're just "satisfied" with being miserable.   I think everyone gets a grace period, to vent and honestly feel a little sorry for ourselves for a bit.  But then it's honestly time to buck up and make something happen.  And if you don't get immediate results, try plan B.  And if that doesn't work, consult with friends and family and look into resources and see what other options there are.  Because there are always options, my friends. 

I know that people laugh at me and shake their head at me frequently.  Why?  Well, I do give ample opportunities for people to laugh at me.  But to stay on topic, I'm an optimist.  Most of the time this is just a natural characteristic.  But not always.  I, too, get discouraged and frustrated.  I, too, want to stomp my foot and whine and say it's just not fair.  I, too, get really bummed out sometimes because it just seems that sometimes things are just handed to some people and I work my butt off at a job that gets little respect and pays less.  But after my grace period, I make a conscious effort to be optimistic again.  Why?  Because honestly, it's easier.  It takes less energy.  I feel better.  I'm happier.  I have better people around me.  I make people happy.  I can do anything when I feel good.  And when I am complaining and feeling sorry for myself, I do not feel good.  People mistake this characteristic for being naive and immature or flighty (ok...I can be flighty, especially w/this new migraine med).  Sorry to disappoint, my friends (and foes).

I wish more people could be like this. I feel like we would be a more productive society if we would stop dwelling on what is wrong. If we could turn that negative energy into positive energy, we could be proactive and creative.  AND KIND!  It seems so simple, doesn't it?  I guess now I AM being naive....sigh.