Bring Your Own Floaties

I have many friends - and I do mean friends, not me speaking of myself as a "friend" - who don't totally get happiness. And it scares me. A lot.

I understand that not everyone sees sunshine and butterflies everywhere they look. I am very aware of that and respect peoples differences in how they live or see their life. What I do not respect is how when people ask for help or play the "my life sucks" card - and help or suggestions are offered, they don't accept the help. They would rather sit and wallow in self-pity. Don't get me wrong - a good pity party is always nice; but when the party doesn't have an end time on the invitation, it's draining on all the guests.

And sometimes, there's only so many parties you can attend.

We all have our issues to deal with - we all are a little mixed up and confused about life sometimes, but when a friend offers a helping hand - it's not for you to pull them into your pool of pity - but rather for them to help pull you out.

There's only so many metaphors I can make about the topic, but the point is - I am drained right now. There's only so many suggestions I can offer, questions I can ask, and "I'm sorry"s that I can pass out.

If you're not going to listen to a friends advice - then don't ask for it and don't invite them to your pool party.