The 5-second brain hack my mum taught me to deal with toxic people
Last month, a friend let me down in a major way. Cue hours of mental replays, analysis paralysis, and stress spirals. During one of our neighbourhood walks, I unloaded the drama to my mum. She simply asked: "Would you invite this friend to stay in your house?" Me: "Hell no - they're behaving like a complete b*tch." Mum: "Then why are you letting them stay in your head?" Mental eviction notice served. Next time someone upsets you, ask yourself: Would you like them as a houseguest? If not,...
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