I've come to realize that I really don't care about other people/strangers. I'm heavily Libertarian, and I think with the political climate being what it is nowadays, it's caused a big rift between me and my friends/family. I don't advocate for free healthcare, free college, or free anything really. I don't often give money to the homeless. I'm not overly concerned with other people's troubles or choices.

I've been called every name in the book, and I've been given plenty of earfuls about how I'm an asshole, I don't have basic human decency, etc... And honestly, it made me feel like a terrible person. But you know what? They're wrong.

I advocate for myself, my friends, and my family. If I wish to receive a service from someone, I ask what they would like in return. I don't beg or expect anything. I work hard and honestly for everything I have. I don't owe anyone anything, and no one owes me anything. If I want something, I get it myself.

It's not my responsibility to care for, or be concerned with anyone but myself. And if I choose to care for someone, then that's on me. Now, after saying all of this, I'm not a bad person. I respect everyone I meet, and don't go out of my way to be a jerk. I smile, say please and thank you. I quietly wait my turn in lines, and wish strangers a good day. Something goes wrong? Okay. What can we do to fix it? What you do with your life is on you, and the second you expect me to help you, feel sympathy for you, or give you special treatment, you're wrong.

People ask, "What about when you go back to college?" ... obviously then I'll pay for my own college.

"You just walk right by homeless people?" Yup. Not my responsibility.

"What if something tragic happens and you have insane medical bills to pay?" Um.. I'll pay it slowly. Or I get treatment somewhere else. Or I don't get treatment at all. Doesn't concern you, it's my issue.

"_Insert belief here_ is wrong!" Okay so what? You do you, idgaf.

People act like it's so awful to not care what happens to other people, but honestly, there's nothing wrong with it. You are not my problem. You are not my responsibility. If I want to help, I will. So many people get triggered, pissed off, or dramatic about everything. Stop worrying about what others are doing, and I guarantee you'll be much happier.