How to Deal with Negative People

“You cannot have a positive life and a negative mind.” ~Joyce Meyer

Recognize and accept their toxicity
First and foremost, it is important to identify and accept that someonewe know is a negative person. This can be difficult, especially whenthe person is someonewe care about. Either way, we must be careful not to allow their negativity to transfer onto us. We need toaccept that negativity is toxic andwill only breed more negativity. It is especiallyimportant to avoid complainers. People who complain have given up hope that their actions can make anydifference. We must be careful not to enable complainers by always listening to their woes.

Stop playingsavior and/or problem solver
As human beings, we are wired to connect.For most of us, it is in our nature to lend a compassionate ear to someone who is in need. We must be careful not to let ourselves fall into the trap of…