#splendida

[richarlotte]

My November Reset.

Part 2 to come next…

[gem-femmes]

How to handle running into a former friend or ex that you’re not looking to reconnect with

Let’s talk about something we all face at some point: running into someone from your past that you’ve moved on from, whether it’s an old friend or a former lover.

You’ve done the work, you’ve grieved, and you’ve leveled up. You’re not interested in rehashing the past or rekindling that connection. But what happens when you bump into them in public?

Often when this happened to me, I found the other person missed me and wanted to spend time with me again - even when they had ghosted me. This made me uncomfortable. They had confused me, I had to grieve the loss of the relationship and now they want me again???

Believing I owed them an explanation due to happy times spent together, I let them drag me into pointless discussions to figure out what had gone wrong years ago.

Every time, I realized our connection had ended for a reason, and my explaining only opened up old wounds.

Don't do that.

Here’s how to handle encounters with former friends, lovers and foes like a boss:

1. Stay Calm and Composed

First things first—take a deep breath. You’ve already moved on emotionally, and this is just another moment in your day. You’ve got this.

2. Acknowledge Them Briefly

If you make eye contact, a simple “Hi” or “Hello” with a confident smile is more than enough. You’re showing that you’re mature, unbothered, and not holding any grudges. No need for deep dives into what happened.

3. Keep it Short

If they try to engage in small talk, go ahead and be polite, but keep it light and brief. A quick “It’s good to see you,” followed by a natural exit, sends the message that you’re not interested in going any deeper.

4. Graceful Exit Strategies

Sometimes, it’s best to have an escape plan. If the conversation starts to linger, here are some graceful ways to make your exit:

“I’d love to chat more, but I’m on a tight schedule today. Have a great day!”

“It’s nice seeing you, but I need to finish my shopping before I forget what I need.”

“I have to go; someone’s waiting for me. Take care!”

“Well, I should get going. It was nice running into you!”

“I’ll let you get back to your day. See you around!”

5. Don’t Feel the Need to Explain

If they try to bring up the past, it’s perfectly fine to deflect. A simple, “That was a long time ago, and I’m focused on the present now” will keep you from getting sucked into a conversation you’re not interested in. You’ve moved on, and your time and energy are precious.

It’s all about maintaining your peace of mind and protecting the progress you’ve made. You’ve leveled up, and you don’t need to revisit chapters you’ve already closed.

Stay polite, stay brief, and most importantly, stay focused on you. You’ve got bigger and better things to do! 💪✨

[promettimicherestiqui]

La splendida notizia che ho ricevuto oggi, la vorrei condividere con il mondo, ma è ancora troppo presto per cantare vittoria.

@jessicasfeelings

[primepaginequotidiani]

PRIMA PAGINA Tutto Sport di Oggi lunedì, 19 agosto 2024

[fabbricante-di-illusioni]

#fabbricante_di_illusioni #aforismi #amare #amoretossico #storietristi #amoreadistanza #cuorerotto #mimanchi #sentimento #correreidate #instagram #notte #splendida #seituttoperme #love #tumblr #time #tiamoancora #tiamo #sonopazzodite #vivere https://www.instagram.com/p/Clj4le2N3sZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[birdstudies]

May 23, 2024 - Scarlet-chested Parrot (Neophema splendida) Found in parts of southern Australia, mostly in the Great Victoria Desert, these parrots live in scrublands and open woodlands, especially in areas that have recently burnt. They feed on seeds, mostly from grasses, foraging on the ground and gathering in flocks in the non-breeding season. Breeding from August to January, they nest in cavities in trees, sometimes near other pairs. Females usually lay three to five eggs.

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[incredibile-romantica-83]

🔈🔉🔊

[lilium-in-blue]

Right now on tv there's an interview with a woman that, as a 13 years old, during WW2, used to deliver secret messages between antifascists by hiding the pieces of paper in her braids

[richarlotte]

[tralenuvolee-idiamanti]

Amati più che puoi

e poi amati come vuoi.

Lascia stare chi ti punta sempre il dito,

lascia stare chi non l'ha capito.

E poi chiediti come stai,

da quanto tempo non lo fai.

Tu che eri una che viveva d'istinto,

ora al futuro ci credi a stento.

Tu che "Per sempre non esiste mai",

che "Non esiste chi ama come noi".

Tu che più cadi e più ritorni in piedi.

Tu che alla fine ancora un po' ci credi.

A una vita così

che anche quando ti spettina è splendida sì.

Sembra quasi una corsa ad ostacoli

e tu, tu vuoi battere il record mondiale

anche quando il traguardo scompare.

[givemeanorigami]

Indovinate chi ha adottato un'altra nepenthes, a cui già a brevissimo deve dare una sfoltitina di trappole vecchie, non contenta di quella in ripresa dopo un inverno difficile e due carnivore a cui badare?

[tinteduse]

i did not expect to discover dakotaraptor might not be real thru tmnt fanart

Such Is Fate

[okimargarvez]

[La vita splendida, Tiziano Ferro]

Music stuff

Dedicated to @londonrosebooklovingwitch ❤️

[min-ute-s]

Botanical garden, Hotel Quinta Splendida, Madeira

[loveisjustawaytodieblog]

Ho ascoltato questa canzone per puro caso e sembra scritta per me 🧡🥹