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Comment by arkh

7 years ago

Here is a trick: don't engage with those people.

Someone said bad words to you on the internet? Close your browser tab: you're done. Learn that you can't please everyone and you're better alone than with bad company.

I don't know if it's because a lot of drama queens and marketing people populate social media but it feels like most people can't fucking live without the approval of everyone when reading some websites.

If you want to bring conference in (it's IRL, can't close a tab) here is how to react: when someone start telling you shit, stop speaking, turn 180°, go join another group of people. It's rude? So what? Some person is now fuming while you're stress-free and engaging with better people.

Learn to ignore people. Learn to say no. You don't have to please anyone.

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night815  7 years ago

How do you know when you are interacting with one of "those people"? Even better, how can I join a conversation without being written off as one of them?

  • arkh  7 years ago

    > how can I join a conversation without being written off as one of them

    Usually "treat others like you'd like to be treated" is a good heuristic. If not I'd encourage you to seek a therapist and start working on yourself.