"And now you’re telling me that I’m your best friend, but you’re the same one who cut me with a knife in the end." - "There for You"

Bob Marley

"Your worst enemy could be your best friend, and your best friend your worst enemy." - "Who the Cap Fit"

Damian Marley

"And now you’re telling me that I’m your best friend, but you’re the same one who cut me with a knife in the end." - "There for You"

Protoje

"Some a friend, some a foe, some a bless, some a curse, but you never know which is which until you check which one burst." - "Blood Money"

"I see them coming after my soul, wanting to take control. Wanna give me locks, wanna give me bling, wanna give me all the material things." - "Who Knows" ( Chronixx)

Rebelution

"Tell me who you wanna be, tell me what you wanna do when you feel like your lies have become your truth." - "Green to Black"

"You never know who your real friends are until you're on your last dime." - "Feeling Alright"

Koffee

"Not everyone you love will love you back, but you gotta keep it moving." - "Raggamuffin"

"Dem seh dem love, but dem heart full of hatred." - "Toast"

I've lost respect for people so many times, and while I don't harbor any hatred towards them, I have no desire to reach out or talk ever again. The relationship no longer held any value for me. There were no mutual intellectual connections or shared values to sustain it. Our differences in political views were vast, and I was increasingly aware of their lack of compassion, understanding, integrity, and intelligence. These differences created a rift that I couldn't bridge, making it impossible for me to match their vibration. 

It became clear that our paths were diverging, with no common ground to stand on. Conversations felt empty and unfulfilling, exposing the widening gap between us. I realized that staying connected was draining my energy and pulling me away from my values and aspirations. There was no longer any intellectual stimulation or emotional resonance. The relationship had become a source of frustration rather than growth.

I need relationships that challenge me intellectually, align with my core values, and foster mutual respect and understanding. When these elements are absent, it's impossible to maintain a meaningful connection. Therefore, I've chosen to step away and focus on relationships that nourish and uplift me, rather than ones that drain and diminish my spirit.

I'd rather transform my life to accept your absence than lower my boundaries to tolerate your disrespect.

Let me be clear: for years, I let everything slide. I tolerated disrespect, cruelty, and deceit. I allowed people to talk down to me, to smile on my face while secretly despising me. I endured their subtle insults masked as humor, their attempts to exploit my kindness. But now, I have boundaries.

You don't get to belittle me anymore. You don't get to pretend to be my friend while harboring ill intentions. You don't get to take veiled swipes at me under the guise of jokes. And you certainly don't get to take advantage of my generosity.

One thing I’ve learned is that actions don't lie. I was too busy trying to keep the peace, too focused on avoiding conflict, and that's where I disrespected myself. I deserve the same love and respect I freely give to those around me.

I'm now perceptive enough to catch the slights, to see through the pretense, and to recognize the signs of toxic behavior. I've healed enough to stand my ground and prioritize my well-being. I will no longer compromise my self-respect to maintain a facade of harmony.

From now on, if your actions don't align with your words, you won't have a place in my life. I have no room for deceit, disrespect, or negativity. I’ve learned to value myself enough to walk away from anything and anyone who doesn’t serve my peace and growth. So, respectfully, don’t approach me with anything less than authenticity and respect.~uma kriko