“When you wake up in the morning, tell yourself: The people I deal with today will be meddling, ungrateful, arrogant, dishonest, jealous, and surly.”
— Marcus Aurelius
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Every day, you will encounter people who might be difficult to deal with. They might interfere in things that aren't their business, not appreciate your help, act like they are better than everyone else, lie, envy what you have, or be grumpy and rude. A good example is at work, where a coworker might take credit for your idea or criticize you unfairly. By expecting that some people will behave badly, you can prepare yourself mentally. Instead of being surprised or upset, you can stay calm and keep a positive attitude. It helps to remember that their behavior is a reflection of their own problems, not something you caused. This way, you can focus on handling your responsibilities without getting too stressed by others' actions.
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