We all do it. Whether it’s about our boss, a peer, or someone we’re jealous of because they seem to be doing better—it’s a part of life.
Does it help? Yeah, for a bit. It lets you blow off steam, release some of those emotional traps, and maybe feel lighter. But here’s the thing—it also distances you from the actual situation and turns the person into a “character” in your head. Most of the time, they’re not doing what they’re doing because they’re evil or out to get you; they’re reacting to the situation they’re in.
And honestly, bitching doesn’t solve anything. Once you decide someone’s the villain and you’re the hero, you’ve already scripted the ending—hero wins, villain loses. But real life? It’s not a movie. It’s messy, complicated, and never black and white. It’s all shades of grey.
So yeah, vent if you need to, but don’t let it lock you into a story that holds you back.