The Wrong Ear
Hello, There are moments when life gets heavy, and all you want is a safe space to share your frustrations, your disappointments, and your challenges with someone who you think understands. But be careful who you choose to confide in. Not everyone will have your best interest at heart, and sometimes, what you say can be twisted or misrepresented. It can be disheartening when you overhear someone recounting your story to another, but with details changed or distorted and their opinions added. What was a moment of vulnerability for you becomes a version that no longer feels like your own. And the trust you placed in that person feels betrayed. Words in the wrong hands can become manipulated into distorted truth, turned into something unrecognizable. Funny, but true. This is a reminder to be mindful of who you vent to. Not everyone who listens will protect your words, and some might even use them against you later. True friends respect your truth and hold your confidence. They...