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The “Meh” Mindset

Faith Caldwell Student Contributor, St. Bonaventure University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at SBU chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

As a retired, chronic overthinker, I have adapted to a new way of life. Basically, a new mindset. And it has CHANGED the game for me. I used to harp on simple conversations, stress over minor mistakes, and send myself into nightly spirals over embarrassing things I’ve done in the past. Everything used to come across as embarrassing or something worth being anxiety-ridden for the rest of the day over. The most minor inconveniences used to feel like the end of the world.

Basically, one day, I just started saying “meh!” In essence, meaning it’s not that deep. It seems easier said than done. But seriously, I started saying meh to everything. Whether it was big or small. Your hair isn’t the best today? Meh! You didn’t get that job? Meh! That person said something bad about you? Meh! You did something embarrassing? Meh! You get the point. 

Life is seriously what you make of it. The less you care about how you are perceived, the happier you will be. Like everything else, embarrassment is a mindset. Your mind will shape your reality based on your thoughts. If you are constantly worried about how you are perceived or past mistakes you’ve made, it will eat you alive, TRUST ME. 

I’ve always been a little unhinged but also caved to anxiety. While anxiety will always remain stationary in my body, it has dwindled more and more over the years. And shockingly enough, I am the most carefree I have EVER been in my entire life. It takes a lot for me to get embarrassed or pissed off by things (something I never thought would come from me). 

I’m proud to say that I am a weird and embarrassing person sometimes. Maybe more than sometimes…  and I don’t care! I enjoy living carefree without carrying the burden of what people think. The truth of the matter is that no one cares about you more than they care about themselves. That being said, why not be your full, true self? 

I care about a lot of things, but not the minor things. The word “meh” has changed me, as stupid as it sounds. A simple word signals to my brain that it is okay to stop overthinking and to move forward. It’s the reason I have mellowed out over time and have been able to successfully develop into who I am. So next time something bothers you, try saying “meh!” That’s the “meh” mindset for you.

Faith Caldwell

SBU '26

Faith Caldwell is a junior at St. Bonaventure University and is from Buffalo, New York. She is a new Her Campus member this year who plans to write about anything from lifestyle to personal stories to pop culture. She has always had a passion for writing and is excited to be a part of the Her Campus team!

Outside of Her Campus, Faith is a psychology major with a minor in public health. She is also a part of the cross country and track team here. Besides being a student-athlete, Faith is a part of the psychology club and the power yoga club here on campus. She is also working on research this semester with some other classmates!

When Faith is not studying or practicing, she enjoys hanging out with her friends and engaging in hobbies she enjoys. Some hobbies include shopping, lifting, long drives, watching reality television, and coffee/food runs. Other interests are sports, nature, media, and comedy. Faith is also spontaneous and always down to explore somewhere.