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To believe that “the best revenge is living well?”

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DreamyPearlPeer · 27/09/2024 13:29

I’ve often heard this phrase, and it makes me wonder about its truth. Is focusing on your own happiness and success truly the best way to respond to those who have wronged you? Or do you think there are situations where standing up for yourself is more important? I’d love to hear your thoughts on this!

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Edingril · 27/09/2024 13:36

Well living will is what everyone should do but what is this obsession where people assume others are so invested in them that them living well would make anyone feel it is revenge

It is like saying 'oh their just jealous' or 'sure you want to wear a blue tent as a dress you will be beautiful'

It is not real

CrouchingTigerHiddenChocolate · 27/09/2024 13:35

Nah, the best revenge is putting potato powder all over their grass just before it rains.

FerienInLipizza · 27/09/2024 13:32

The best revenge is living well, being seen to be living well but also actually getting revenge.

Anything else is not revenge and you end up feeling like you have let yourself down long term.