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Swiping Right on Life: Crafting Your Inner Circle Guest List with the Fiercest Filters

In the grand circus that we call “ life,” we all play the role of ringmaster to our own little spectacle. And in this chaotic carnival, one of the trickiest acts is deciding who gets the VIP pass to your inner circle. Yes, that elusive backstage area where your dreams, fears, and collection of embarrassing childhood photos reside. So, grab some popcorn (preferably the caramel kind, it's the best), and let's explore the guest list of your life's swankiest party.

1. Toxic Friends: Out with the Sour, In with the Sweet

Imagine life as a fabulous Instagram feed, and your inner circle as the carefully curated followers. Now, would you keep that friend who drains your energy like a smartphone on a Pokemon Go binge? Probably not. Life's too short for toxic friendships. Swap them for friends who uplift you like a double shot of espresso on a Monday morning - strong, invigorating, and occasionally nutty.

2. Frenemies: The Uninvited Guests of the Soul Soiree

Frenemies, those sly creatures who wear a smile but harbor a dagger behind their back. It's time to give them the boot, or better yet, the broomstick. Surround yourself with people who genuinely celebrate your victories, not secretly hoping your dessert falls face-first into the pavement of disappointment.

3. The Drama Queens/Kings: Exit Stage Left, Please

Life is not a Shakespearean tragedy, and your inner circle certainly doesn't need a dramatic soliloquy every time you decide to order pizza. Keep company with those who appreciate the mundane moments, the Netflix marathons, and the shared laughter over spilled coffee. Drama is best left to the actors on your screen.

4. Energy Vampires: Garlic Necklaces Not Included

Beware the energy vampires – those who suck the life out of you faster than a new season of your favorite show. Your inner circle should be an energy exchange, not a drain on your emotional battery. Trade in the energy vampires for people who charge you up like a Tesla on Ludicrous Mode.

5. Fair-Weather Friends: Seeking Sunshine, Not Just Sunscreen

Remember those friends who only show up when the sun is shining, margaritas are flowing, and everyone's Instagram game is strong? Well, it's time to add some SPF to your life and find those friends who stick around through thunderstorms, bad hair days, and questionable fashion choices.

In the grand symphony of life, your inner circle is the jazz section – unpredictable, dynamic, and occasionally featuring a saxophone solo that takes you by surprise. So, as you navigate this rollercoaster of existence, choose your companions wisely. Life is too short to surround yourself with anything less than the A-listers of your personal blockbuster.

In the immortal words of Dr. Seuss (or was it Kanye West?): "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind." Your inner circle deserves nothing less than the crème de la crème – after all, even your couch has standards. ~RS 👁😉

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“The more one does and sees and feels, the more one is able to do.”
 
- Amelia Earhart