Communicating Authentically

If you’re a human, there is probably some aspect of your life where you’re dealing with some bullsh!t.

I mean, we’ve all thrown some bullsh!t in our lives: when we were younger, to make ourselves seem more important than we were; to get out of a traffic ticket; to avoid conflict. But we all know people who seem to have made it a lifelong habit.

Maybe you feel like someone is gaslighting you. (“OMG – you’re so sensitive. I was only joking about you being fat.”)

Maybe you suspect a romantic partner isn’t being entirely truthful. (“We’re just friends. S/he is just going through a bad breakup and need my support.”)

Maybe someone at work seems to be bullsh!ting their way to a paycheck, because you don’t see any actual results or work product from them. (“I will totally get to that. I have to go to this meeting first, and then I’m leaving early for my cat’s vet appointment. But shoot me an email and I’ll get to it first thing tomorrow. No, wait, I’m going to work from home tomorrow, and I won’t have access to that program. You know what? Can someone else do that for you?”)

Maybe you think someone might be scamming you. (“Grandma, I’m in trouble and I need your help.” “Tyler? Is that you?” “Yes, it’s Tyler. My cell phone got stolen, so that’s why I’m calling you from an unknown number. I need you to send me $1000 in gift cards so I can get a new one.”)

Maybe someone in your social circle is prone to creating unnecessary drama, spreading unsubstantiated rumors or simply being inauthentic. (“Everyone is really mad at you right now. Ashley told me Brandon said so. I’m not saying that’s your fault, but I can’t control what other people think.”)

Maybe you have a family member who’s just full of it. (“The election was stolen!”)

I’ve dealt with a lot of bull in my life. I’ve thrown some of it, too, and still do, I’m sure. But I’ve come to the age where I don’t really care what people think of me, so I tend to be more truthful in general. I also find that my bullsh!t tolerance is lowering as time goes on. Does that sound like something you want?

I’ve created a solution: Bullsh!t B-Gone.

When carrying this spell in a jar, you will be more aware of the bullsh!t people are tossing at you, and that will help you dodge it better.

This charm will help you remember that:

• If you think someone’s bullsh!itting you, chances are pretty good that they are.
• You have the right to the truth and to be dealt with honestly.
• You’re allowed to ask questions or seek another source for confirmation, especially if it’s something that will affect you or those you love.
• You have the ability to make bullsh!t disappear: you have the innate wisdom to discern when it’s safe to challenge it with wit, charm and humor; when it’s better to just ignore it and move on; and when to ask for help to get yourself out of a bad situation.

Bullshit B-Gone isn’t just a spell jar; it’s a way of life. But the spell jar is a good start and a useful reminder that your life is now a bullsh!t-free zone.

Leave a comment if you’re interested!

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