We
all encounter folks who are just plain aggravating. Some of
them enjoy making difficulties for others; some don't realize they
are acting inappropriately; some just don't care. Maybe they cross
our paths for a reason; to make us think, to remind us of how lucky
we are, or to slow us down. Sometimes their actions are simply
unexplainable, causing us to throw up our hands, shake our heads and scream.
Coworkers
or relatives with these characteristics are difficult to avoid.
They push our buttons and cause stress in our lives. Even when we
try to help them, they react with excuses, denial and accusations. All of
us probably know or have encountered some like these:
- Adults who use silent treatment, gossip, manipulation, and act like spoiled children if they don't get their way
- Ungrateful twerps who constantly take advantage of the generosity of others, yet never offer help to anyone else
- Lazy people who exert more effort trying to avoid work than they would if they just did the job in the first place
- Complainers who whine about what they deserve, how they didn't get a break, and why they shouldn't have to take responsibility
- Individuals who use delay tactics, assign blame to others, offer excuses, justifications, lies and runarounds
- People who always look for the negative, find fault with everything, then wallow in their own unhappiness
- Those who want something for nothing and constantly try to beat the system
- Know-it-alls who just have to get the last word, no matter what the topic or situation
When
these toxic people can't or won't change, it's best for our own peace
of mind to ignore them. Cut them loose and leave them to their unfortunate, negative existence. After all, we are responsible for our own well being and have
the power to choose who stays in our lives.
Useful
Notion: Don't be used
or worn out like an old doormat. Avoid contact with those who cause
unnecessary drama. Keep a bright, positive outlook and don't join in
on anyone's pity party. Let them live under a cloud if they choose to
do so.
"Life is short and unpredictable. Don't waste another minute on people, places and things that don't make you happy." --Robert Tew
