“It is what it is” applies to:
…a rainy day.
…when you forget the lyrics to a song.
…getting a hole in your sock.
…an imperfect pancake flip.
…having one slice of bread for a PB&J.
“It is what it is” does NOT apply to:
…a person who is experiencing trauma.
When someone shares their pain with you, don’t ever tell them, “It is what it is.”
~ elr
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