BEWARE, THE ENERGY ZAPPERS
You can call them Energy Zappers. Or, if you really want to be a little harsher, you can call them energy vampires!
What are we talking about today? Toxic people!
Even though we have been social distancing, isolating etc...it still doesn't stop people "getting to you"!
IT'S HOW TOXIC PEOPLE AFFECT YOU
The thing is, what we are really talking about is the affect that Energy Zappers have on you.
One minute you can be full of the joys of spring and then....when you come into contact with "them" you can drop like a stone.
We don't know about you, but our energy is precious. There is enough going on right now without being caught up in their negativity!
Just in case, you need to be on the look out. Here's how to spot the Zappers!
SOME COMMON TRAITS TO LOOK OUT FOR!
A lot of negativity.
Complaining!
Critical but never backing up with helpful solution!
And, in our humble opinion...this is the best one!
4. Absolutely skilled at turning a minor hiccup into a full on crisis. (With tears!)
WHAT DO YOU DO???
Well, it's not easy...workplace, or indeed, being obligated to socialise with such people.
The alternative is becoming fed up, frustrated and having to bite your tongue. So, here are some thoughts on how to "deal" with them!
Safety in numbers! Try to include other people in your group, rather than just one to one!
Become skilled at keeping the conversation light, steering away from heavy duty, weeping and wailing type discussions.
Ok, now we are getting to the nitty gritty - limit or reduce contact. And, be very precious with your time - when you need to walk away, walk away.
Enough is enough - cut the ties! You might feel a little...unkind/guilty but boy, it won't last. It will soon be outweighed by relief!
YOUR ENERGY IS NO LESS PRECIOUS -
TAKE CARE OF “IT” - AND YOURSELF!
No one, least of all us, is suggesting that a helping hand or a listening ear is not available. Sometimes, there are people out there that can affect you deeply, then leave you all ruffled, whilst they gaily "swan off" to the next poor victim.
Don't let it be you. Your time, your energy...you only have a certain amount, take care of yourself!
Team ACG