3 Mantras That Keep Me Sane Around Difficult People

Over time, I’ve found a few mantras that make it easier to stay grounded, especially when dealing with people who might normally frustrate me:

1) Other people’s opinions of me are none of my business.

I can’t control how others see me, and trying to is a waste of energy.

2) Not everyone handles life the way I do.

Expecting others to deal with grief, change, adversity, or relationships like I would only leads to disappointment.

3) I seek to love people for their quirks—not in spite of them.

What makes someone difficult might also be what makes them beautifully human.

CEO of You, Inc.

You may not run a company, but you are the CEO of your life.

Every day, you make countless decisions about how you spend your time, who you associate with, and how you present yourself. And like any CEO:

You’re accountable for every choice and every action, both of which have impact on others.

Lead yourself well. You’re building a personal and brand and reputation whether on purpose or not. Like it or not, you are the CEO of You, Inc. Represent your brand intentionally.

Every Improvement Starts Here

The first step in AA is admitting you have a problem.

The first step in financial health is understanding your spending.

The first step in shifting your mindset is noticing your thoughts and beliefs.

No matter the goal, growth starts with honest self-awareness. Look inward and take inventory before moving forward.