3 Powerful Ways to Protect Yourself From Negativity

It is never easy to be around negativity. Especially if it is from people who are close to you. Be it at work, or at home, negativity can literally suck you out of your energy, and squeeze you dry of your positivity.
It can become quite toxic and detrimental to your emotional well being. Has that ever happened to you?

If you are surrounded by negative energy that’s coming from a coworker, partner, friend, or family member, you must how to protect yourself without engaging.

Here are 3 time-tested ways to do that!

#1. Stop trying to fix/change anyone

Sometimes we can unintentionally produce negative energy by trying to change/fix people. The fact is, we cannot change anyone around us. When we allow people to live from their own level of awareness, it frees our energy to do other meaningful things. Learn when to stay clear of wanting to change others.

#2. Respond, but don’t react

A reaction is an uncontrollable reflex that flows from fear, anger or irritation. Reaction produces MORE reaction. And then it is a vicious cycle.

A response however flows from mental clarity and emotional strength. Whenever you get triggered ask yourself ‘what is the action that I need to take, which emerges from strength and balance?’

Listen to that voice and act from it.

#3. Take care of yourself

You can’t care for others if you can’t care for yourself. It is not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, and make your happiness a priority. Learning and practicing self-care will help keep you grounded and strong when you’re faced with negative energy.

Don’t underestimate the harm that negative energy can cause, and learn to protect yourself from it.
Consciously practicing these three things can build a lot of strength and emotional balance.

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