Don’t Engage in the Negativity One thing I found is negative people tend to
harp on the bad things and ignore the positive stuff. They also have a tendency to exaggerate issues they are facing, making their predicament seem a lot worse than it actually is. The first time you converse with a negative individual, provide a listening ear and offer help if needed. Provide support – let him/her know he/she is not alone.
Identify Areas You Can Make a Positive Change
Negative people are negative because they lack love, positivity and warmth. A lot of times, their negative behavior is a barrier they erect to protect themselves from the world.
One of the best ways you can help a negative individual is to usher positivity into his/her life. Think about what’s bothering the person at the moment, and think about how you can help him/her in your own way.
Objectify the Comments Made
Negative people can be quite critical at
times. They tend to drop insensitive comments that are hurtful, especially if they are directed at you.
Be Mindful of the Time You Spend With Them
As Jim Rohn puts it – “You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with”. What this quote means is that who you spend your time with has an impact on the person you eventually become.
Drop Them From Your Life
If all else fails, reduce contact with them or drop them from your life. Rather than spend your time with negative people, focus on the positive people instead.
