The Rachel Hollis Podcast 783: | How to Handle Difficult People (And Not Let Them Ruin Your Day)
Mar 25, 2025
Discover practical strategies for dealing with difficult people in everyday life. Learn five key tactics to avoid unnecessary drama and protect your energy. Rachel shares a personal story about a challenging boss and explores the impact of negativity in professional settings. Delve into the concept of 'energy vampires' and how to set effective boundaries. Plus, evaluate your relationships and gain insights into emotional shielding techniques to maintain your well-being.
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Five Quick Strategies for Difficult People
- Don't engage in their drama.
- Set and stick to your boundaries.
Difficult Boss Story
- Rachel Hollis shares a story about a difficult boss from her early 20s who actively seemed to enjoy being mean.
- This boss, who inspired a character in Hollis's fiction, constantly made comments to undermine Hollis and make her feel inadequate.
Negativity Bias
- Negative interactions have a bigger impact due to negativity bias.
- Our brains naturally focus on negative experiences more than positive ones as a survival mechanism.
