How To Ignore People
Lesson summary:
The article discusses the five types of people that we should ignore to have a happy and successful life. The first type is the critic who constantly finds faults in everything we do. The article suggests ignoring them or giving them credence and showing them facts that support our approach. The second type is the naysayer who is negative without any basis. The article advises doing our homework and challenging them if they speak beyond their knowledge. The third type is the manipulator who exploits others to serve their agenda. The article recommends avoiding self-blame, asking probing questions, leveraging time to our advantage, and keeping our distance. The fourth type is the one who constantly insists that we should be someone else. The article suggests ignoring their opinions and being who we are instead of who they want us to be. Overall, ignoring these types of people can help us live a happier and more fulfilling life.