7 Powerful Strategies for Dealing With Negative People
Anyone that has to deal with negative people on a regular basis knows just how challenging it can be. All the complaining and 'doom and gloom' talk can really sap your energy and patience. At the conclusion of a mere 15-minute conversation, it can feel like the life has been sucked right out of you. The good news is you can lessen the effects of their negativity
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Be objective
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Keep the conversation light
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Avoid rewarding negative talk
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Try not to be alone with them
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Make a concerted effort to limit the amount of time you spend with them
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Be a positive influence
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Eliminate them from your life