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I stumbled upon this article on Quora, about "20 things that aren't worth it." Got my brain churning, and it got me thinking about the things that, in my humble opinion, just aren't worth the hassle.

Here's my rundown of five things that just ain't worth it:

1. Drama for the Sake of Drama:
   Who needs unnecessary chaos? Drama just for the sake of it? Nah, count me out. Life's complicated as it is; why add extra plot twists that don't lead anywhere? I do not keep dramatic and loud people around me, it doesn't resonate with who I am. I've gotten to that point in my life where I know I don't have to conform to things that irk me and affect my peace of mind.
   
2. Overthinking the Future:
   I have never been an overthinker, and I think that's why I attract overthinkers. I don't believe in overthinking the future because reality check—I can't predict it, I can only plan for it. Wasting energy on every possible scenario that may never happen isn't worth it. I'd much rather spend that time and energy either planning for what I do know or strategizing for what I want.
   
3. Pretending to Be Someone You're Not:
   Let's be real; life's too short for pretending. If people can't handle the real you, well, that's on them. Authenticity trumps conformity any day. But there's a lot to consider in this, if the 'real you' is an obnoxious, vile, person then that's on you. You cannot give people shit and blame them for not taking it. What I mean here is, that pretending to be someone else just so people like you and want you around isn't worth it.
   
4. Holding onto Grudges:
   Carrying grudges feels like lugging around a backpack of rocks. It's heavy, it slows you down, and honestly, it's just not worth the energy. Forgiveness, my friends, is a game-changer. I've embraced the art of letting things go for the sake of my peace of mind and clarity. If something gets under my skin or rubs me the wrong way, I prefer to have an open conversation about it, clear the air, and then move on. Dealing with things as they come up is way better than letting grudges fester. Trust me, holding onto that stuff just ends up hurting you in the long run.
   
5. Neglecting Self-Care:
   It's easy to put self-care on the back burner when life gets busy. But trust me, neglecting yourself isn't worth it. A burnt-out you is no good to anyone. If you're a frequent flyer here at Silent Things, you know I can go on and on about self-care. So, here's your reminder: Take good care of yourself, my friend. You absolutely deserve it!

These are my thoughts. What's on your "not worth it" list?