When to Walk Away - Session 2 - Recognize Toxic People
When to Walk Away (Gary Thomas)
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20m
When we recognize a toxic person, we can set boundaries, put defenses in place, and walk away in a way that is both firm and as gracious as possible. One key in this process is learning that we will all encounter people who are difficult, irritating, needy, and demanding . . . *but who are not actually toxic.* Learn to discern the difference, so you know when to stick around and when to walk away.
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