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Don’t try to convince your parents of anything. That’s not your relationship with them. When they say things that you don’t like, IF you want to engage,ask them about it. “Why do you think that.” Don’t get defensive or upset. Don’t take it personally. They are not a reflection of you. I understand that these words represent the harshness of culture that we are seeing in the world but it doesn’t matter. No one changes anyone’s mind in anger. Find out why they think that way (ONLY IF YOU REALLY WANT TO HEAR THEIR THOUGHTS) even if you assume/know why they do. Let them talk or don’t talk about it. Change the subject. Not everyone is fun to talk to. If you’re insisting on talking to people whose opinions you find shitty, stop being surprised. That’s the biggest gift you can give yourself right now.
It’s ok. Even though it’s not ok. You know? You’re not here to save them. Live your best life and, if you make that look/feel good, people will want what you have. Otherwise, people are good AND bad. Decide what ratio of good and bad you want to converse with and live as real as you can while in THIS world.
Much love!
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