This point. I choose not to engage and fire back. I’m too old for that. I’d just rather stay away.

It isn’t running away, it is choosing not to surround myself with individuals who only try to put you down to make themselves feel better.

This. My brother always wants me to hang out with him, but every time, no matter where we are at, he is constantly insulting me in front of strangers.

I tried to bring it up to him but he always tells me “get over it p*#!* it’s just a joke.”

Once he started insulting me and my therapy sessions I had to block him.

Rent a Hilti Roto hammer or any hammer drill that has a handle attachment. Should make a bit easier leveraging yourself as you drill

I was a teen and didn’t know better back then.

A long time ago my roommate that I worked with did this. Not only did he lose his job, I eventually lost mine as well since they assumed I was stealing as well due to association.

You might think it is a victimless crime but sometimes it costs other people their job.

At least you’re remorseful about it.