Distance Is the New Smart

 

Somewhere along the way, I learned a truth most people discover the hard way: not everyone deserves your energy. And honestly? That’s okay.

Being “distant” isn’t cruelty — it’s wisdom in action. It’s showing up for the people who actually value you and gracefully stepping back from the ones who don’t. No drama. No explanation. Just boundaries that save your peace.

Let’s be clear: this isn’t bitterness. It’s growth. It’s realizing that people will reveal themselves over time, and sometimes the best response isn’t confrontation — it’s quiet observation and strategic distance.

Here’s the funny part: the same people who think you’re “distant” are often the ones who made that distance necessary. And the ones who truly matter? They notice, appreciate, and meet you where you’re at.

So yes, I’m distant as hell.
Not out of anger. Not out of pettiness. But because I finally learned my place — and my peace is non-negotiable.

Distance isn’t coldness. It’s self-respect. And wisdom never goes out of style.