How to get over peoples wrongful assumptions about me?

[Anonymous]

So I work a 2nd shift job because that’s all that was offered. But I work that shift I work until 2:30am so I get very very tired while working. Like I’ve been working on adjusting my sleep schedule but it seems taking a nap works best. But anyways, my eyes are red and dark around them and I’m a very joyful person like I smile a lot and am pretty calm too. That’s just who I am. But people think I’m a big smoker like I’m always high. Which I’m not. Luckily they don’t fire based on weed. But I’ve got a group of friends and they asked me first if I smoked and I said no and someone asked them if i do and they said no. Should I explain to everyone that I don’t or just leave it be?

[Anonymous]

It can be frustrating when people make assumptions about you that are not true, but it's important to remember that you cannot control what others think or say about you. However, there are a few things you can do to help address these assumptions and move forward.

First, it may be helpful to talk to your friends and coworkers and let them know that the assumptions they are making about you are not true. You can explain that you are not a smoker and that the redness and dark circles around your eyes are due to fatigue from working long hours.

It's also important to be confident in who you are and not let others' opinions or assumptions define you. Focus on being true to yourself and living your life in a way that feels authentic and fulfilling to you.

If the assumptions and rumors continue to persist despite your efforts to address them, it may be helpful to seek out support from a trusted friend, family member, or counselor. They can provide you with a safe space to talk about your feelings and help you develop strategies for coping with the situation.

Remember, it's not uncommon for people to make assumptions or jump to conclusions based on limited information or stereotypes. The most important thing is to stay true to yourself and not let others' opinions or assumptions define you.

[Anonymous]

Sounds like you just need more sleep.

[Asker]

I do but I’ve been seeing what works best. Seems that taking a nap before work works best. Yesterday I did that and was full energy most of the shift.

[Wise4myage]

Go about proving them wrong.