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What does it mean?
Dealing with toxic people can be exhausting and draining.
In plain terms
Toxic people spread lies and ruin your day.
What can you take from it?
Avoid or limit exposure to poisonous people.

Where it applies

  • workplace drama
  • friendship conflicts
  • social media

Putting it to work

  • set boundaries
  • distance yourself

Questions to consider

  • How do you handle liars?
  • Who drains your energy?

Another view

Sometimes you must confront toxic people directly.

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