Yesterday I introduced you to the concept of toxic people and recounted a story about a toxic person in my past...
The definition of a 'toxic person' is going to be different for everyone...for myself, someone who I don't consider to be 'genuine', 'authentic', or 'safe' would be toxic to me...
Definition of Toxic People A toxic person or relationship can simply be described as any negative impact on the other either physically, mentally, spiritually, financially or emotionally.
Traits of Toxic People Toxic people will come in various forms and shapes.They can be very draining and can basically live by feeding off your good virtue(s). Moreover,you could be left feeling battered or emotionally drained of your all your energy..
Toxic people will rob you of your life if you allow them and you may end up mirroring their image as well as behaving just like them….
Toxic people may...
Acts out
Complain consistently
Gossiping uncontrollably about you
Will put you down
Projects a lot of anger
Extremely sensitive
Mostly defensive
Very controlling
Very Jealous
Very manipulative
Joy and dream killers
Insecured
VeryDisrespectful (Source)
Journal Time...
1. List all of the possible toxic people in your life.
2. Next to their names write how they are toxic to you.
3. Identify how you feel after interacting with a toxic person. (here is a list of feeling words)
3. Consider yourself. Is it possible you are toxic to someone?
Meet me here tomorrow to discuss how to be safe around the toxic people in your life...If you have any specific questions let me know!
Carelessly,
April
1. List all of the possible toxic people in your life.
2. Next to their names write how they are toxic to you.
3. Identify how you feel after interacting with a toxic person. (here is a list of feeling words)
3. Consider yourself. Is it possible you are toxic to someone?
Meet me here tomorrow to discuss how to be safe around the toxic people in your life...If you have any specific questions let me know!
Carelessly,
April