01/06/2026
Staying bothered, upset, or emotionally activated about other people’s opinions, choices, or suffering doesn’t actually reduce suffering or create change.
Feeling distressed can feel like doing something — but most of the time, it’s just costing you energy without producing impact.
Caring is different than being consumed.
Effectiveness is different than outrage.
You can’t control how others show up — but you can choose your words, your attitude, your actions, and the story you tell yourself.
Calm, regulated attention leads to clearer thinking and more meaningful contribution.
Being less reactive doesn’t mean you care less — it often means you can do more.
Before expending your energy, ask:
Is this actually helping… or am I just spreading frustration?
Effectiveness helps far more than outrage.