Empathy Sucks

Did you ever watch Star Trek the Next Generation and think, huh, Deanna Troi is really hot, has really great hair, has horrible taste in men, is lucky to have a super power like empathy?  Well, I'm here to tell you it sucks.  Whenever people around you are upset, and in this world that can be a lot, you become upset.  If you're trying to stay focused and on-task but everyone else is bouncing off the walls?  Good luck to you.

I just can't help it.  I know empathy is what makes me great at art, and why I'm good at the customer service aspect of my work.  I know it's helped me be a better friend in the past.  But right now I'd give anything to make it go away.  It's like having a compass but being surrounded by magnets.  Instead of finding your way you're more lost.

I know, it's great when your friends are happy and can lift you from a mood.  It's fantastic to be a part of the energy of the crowd.  Blah blah blah.  Today, not sure if the pros outweigh the cons.

I'm in a bit of a mood today (shocking to hear, I know).  It's sunny and sorta warm and I really should put on my sneakers and go running today.  Cue up some Cake on the ipod and I'll be feeling fine. And maybe I will.  But right now, Grumpus is running the show and he ain't giving up the stage.