The 5 to 9 Job

Why You Should Care (And How to Do It Without Losing Yourself)


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For years, I wore “I don’t care what people think” like a badge of honor. I thought it was confidence. I thought it was freedom.

But life humbled me. I realized I wasn’t being confident—I was slowly becoming cold, distant, and disconnected from the people and opportunities that mattered.

In this episode, I share my journey of discovering that:

  • Not caring can quietly destroy you—relationships, work, appearance, even your sense of purpose.

  • Caring the right way is empowering—it’s self-awareness, maturity, and real confidence.

  • How to navigate opinions—ignore the trolls and haters, but value the feedback and love that helps you grow.

I also discuss practical ways to walk through life caring wisely: from personal growth and relationships, to showing up authentically in the world. Plus, I highlight mental health resources across Africa and globally for anyone struggling with loneliness or disconnection.

The truth is: We rise together, or we don’t rise at all. This episode is about learning which opinions matter—and how caring can actually set you free.

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The 5 to 9 JobBy Raymond kirungi