Why Should I Care About Other People’s Problems?

I’ve spent 54 years listening to other people’s problems, dropping everything to help, only to realize—no one cares about mine. So, why should I care? The truth is, I don’t anymore.

People expect you to drop what you’re doing for them, like their issues are the center of the universe. They demand attention, sympathy, and solutions, yet when the roles are reversed, they’re nowhere to be found. It’s exhausting, and honestly, I’m done.

The older I get, the clearer it becomes: most people are selfish. They take what they can get and move on. They want your time, your effort, your concern—but offer nothing in return. So, I stopped playing the game. I don’t pretend to care, I don’t waste my time, and I sure as hell don’t let other people’s drama become my problem.

Caring about other people’s issues is a losing battle. It’s a drain on energy better spent elsewhere. Let them figure it out like I have to. Life isn’t fair, and I’ve made peace with that.

So, if you’re waiting for me to care—don’t. I don’t owe anyone my time, my emotions, or my energy. Everyone’s got problems. Deal with yours like I deal with mine—alone.

–The End!