When we’re around people who are stressed and
negative it can upset our own sense of inner peace and calm. Here are
some suggestions to help you with this:
1. Imagine there’s an invisible shield that separates you from them. See their attitudes, reactions and high expectations as being their choice and decision- they’re not a part of you. You are two separate people – don’t let them influence you.
2. Disconnect from the source of negativity.
End the call, close your email, or get up and walk away. When we feel
stressed and angry we’re more likely to react – so maintain your control
by taking steps to decompress.
3. Avoid toxic people if you possibly can.
Avoid people who guilt trip you, or are constantly complaining, or who
like to sit in wallow in their misery. They’ll quickly drain your energy
and drive you to despair.
4. Be a positive person.
Go on the offensive and reach out to people who need some
encouragement, a smile or a kind word. That will keep you feeling
peaceful and positive.
5. Spend time with people with whom you can connect, and who inspire and motivate you to be a better person.
Look out for people who improve your self-esteem, who are positive role
models and live life to the full. They’ll broaden your capacity to give
and grow as well. (So let them be your focus – and not the stressed out
people!)
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