maybe to prove the bully in yourself that you’re better than you think, or to your boss who doesn’t see your value. i do most things exceptionally well when i’m trying to prove a point to myself or another who may doubt me. this isn’t my natural state, just a state i pursue when it’s necessary. if i operated at 100% all the time i would burnout too quickly.
always an advocate for dishing back and asserting myself back but theres something additive about watching the facade crumble when they realize they cannot impact your mood. bonus points when they’re being assholes & everybody starts staring bc theyre being unnecessary
if you moved to NYC within the last 10 years and are living in a shithole yet paying around $4000 or more, you helped create an unlivable city as a nyc native, i can't thank you! enjoy your matcha
