Complaining Won’t Solve Anything. Here’s What I’ve Learned
I still remember a phrase I heard more than a decade ago:
“Complaining is easier than doing something about it.”
That simple sentence completely changed the way I see situations in life.
When something bothers you and all you do is say, “Oh, this annoys me” without taking any action, you’re actually contributing to the problem. Why? Because you’re doing nothing to change it.
I’ve noticed this a lot, especially in the workplace. Many people complain about their jobs. But they forget that, in most cases, they chose that job. It didn’t just fall from the sky, and no one showed up at their door to force them into it. (Of course, I’m talking about voluntary job situations here.)
If you don’t like your job, invest in yourself. Use part of your income to take classes or learn a new skill online. Stop scroll on TikTok.
If you don’t enjoy what you’re studying, look toward a different horizon. Finish what you can, and then pivot.
If you don’t like your car, don’t just complain about it. Figure out what bothers you, then fix it, upgrade it, or sell it. Complaining alone won’t magically repair it.
If you’re unhappy with your health or fitness, what are you waiting for? Don’t just say you’re tired of always catching colds or struggling to climb a flight of stairs. Be more active. Exercise. Move your body.
The truth is, anything in your life that triggers constant complaints is an opportunity for improvement. And here’s something I’ve learned from experience: successful people don’t enjoy spending time around constant complainers. Success and whining simply don’t go hand in hand.
So next time you catch yourself complaining, stop and ask: “What am I actually doing to improve this?”
Because the answer to that question will say a lot more about your future than the complaint ever will.