You know what I’ve found with the more truth you share on social? You will lose a few old “friends”, yes, that’s true. And yes, it’s kinda sad sometimes. But guess what? You will attract so many more new and real friends from it. People that actually believe how you believe. People who think like you think. People who actually have your back without waiting to dig a pit. People who are waiting for people like YOU to lead out, first. Why? Because truth attracts truth. Light attracts light. It’s a universal principle.
Here’s a question: Were they ever your “friend” to begin with if they block you for having a different opinion? Or say nasty personal things about you on an open thread? The answer is, no. The odds are they didn’t like you to begin with. Because they most likely don’t even like themselves. They are the true bigots. Not you. So don’t worry when some old acquaintance, co-worker, 2nd cousin, or whoever blocks and then shames you; even family. So what. That’s a blessing actually. You are much much better without them. In fact, they don’t deserve YOUR friendship on social media. That’s the truth. You don’t lose “friends”, but only undercover haters.
We only have so much time on the earth. We can’t spend it trying to please or wonder what someone is going to think about us or our opinion. Speak up if you feel like it needs to come out of you. Just speak up. You will lose a few friends, but gain many many more. And your like minded circle will just grow from there. And last, it’s okay to disagree with your friend and stay friends. That’s true love. Have an open mind even if you don’t subscribe to the values they hold. Just treat each other good. That’s it.
