Let’s be real: you probably won’t get kidnapped by a pickpocket gang today. But you will face small injustices: a rude barista, a passive-aggressive email, a traffic jam. Oliver’s tactic? Don’t absorb the poison.
He never internalizes the cruelty. When the beadle calls him a “bad boy,” Oliver doesn’t believe it. That’s a survival skill. Next time someone criticizes you unfairly, imagine you’re Oliver—keep your gaze soft and your heart stubborn.
One more practical tip: Practice “Oliver positivity.” When you feel overwhelmed, ask for “some more” of what you need—more time, more help, more rest. It’s not weak; it’s brave.
