What I Choose to Ignore—And Why It Sets Me Free
πΏ What I Choose to Ignore—And Why It Sets Me Free I face my fear—while ignoring the fear itself . I ignore to preserve peace. I ignore to stay clear. I ignore to remain available to solutions. For many years, I was ignored—dismissed, overlooked, misunderstood. But in that silence, I found something unexpected: Peace . The ignorance of others became a mirror, showing me what not to carry. So I chose the same kind of ignorance—not as bitterness, but as wisdom. I now ignore what doesn’t serve my peace. When the earth shook beneath me, I didn’t panic. I stayed alert, calm, and present—able to assist others who were overwhelmed. That clarity came from years of choosing what not to carry. I ignore: π£ Criticism that doesn’t serve growth π€‘ Mockery that seeks reaction 𧨠Foul language , transforming it into harmless meaning πͺ Anger storms , responding with steady calm I ask when I don’t understand. I speak when I need to. I listen for tone, not just words. And I choose to inte...