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Focus On People Who Matter

Finding Your Peace: The Art of Selective Attention

By Emily Chan - Life and love sharingPublished 13 days ago 1 min read
Focus On People Who Matter
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What truly exhausts us in life isn't work, nor reality itself, but the people who make us uncomfortable. Even if you haven't done anything, a single word or expression from them can cause immense stress. They aren't worth your attention, yet they consume your entire day's mood.

But one day, you will understand that resenting, hating, and dwelling on those annoying people is simply a waste of your life.

Those unworthy people, no matter how angry you are, won't change; no matter how much you dwell on them, they won't feel any more remorse for your pain. In the end, you are the only one who gets hurt.

So, instead of wasting time hating, save your energy for the people you want to see.

The person whose mere thought makes the world seem a little better.

The person you're exhausted but still willing to message.

The person who makes you relax, gives you peace of mind, and makes you feel, "it's all worthwhile."

Life isn't about getting along with everyone; you only need to be kind to those you cherish.

When you focus your heart on the right people, the world truly becomes quieter. Those who annoy you suddenly become dispensable. Because your attention is focused on the people you want to see, those who aren't worth it naturally have no room in your world.

Life is actually very simple: don't remember those you dislike, and cherish those you want to see.

Focusing your heart on the right things will make your life much easier, and happiness will be much closer.

Thank you for reading!

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About the Creator

Emily Chan - Life and love sharing

Blog Writer/Storyteller/Write stores and short srories.I am a writer who specializes in love,relationships and life sharing

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