129 How to be a better person while surrounded by Jerks

Is seems almost cliche to say that we are living in unprecedented times. Or maybe it seems trite. Either way, one thing is certain, bad behavior is on the rise, and so is defensiveness leading to a lot of people acting like Jerks. With emotions at an all-time high how do you be or become a better person when you are surrounded by jerks?? In today’s episode, how to be a better person, not be so negatively impacted by jerky behavior, and techniques to move past defensiveness and ‘just reacting’ to true discourse. What you’ll hear on today’s episode: What is meant by a heightened emotional state Low-grade depressions impact on how a person acts and reacts Jerks are often defensive out of habit, a desire to control, or out of fear Anger as a mask emotion Looking back to move forward How you are impacted Your sense of self Self-esteem and empowerment Join the Difficult Happens Facebook group  “Community Happens Group” Work with Lara: Apply for an On-air Coaching Call! Free Breakthrough Assessment Got a Question? Comment? Email Lara@difficulthappens.com Corporate Training Difficult Happens by Lara Currie                                                                     Difficulthappens.com/workwithme/ Resources: Series on Manipulation Series on Assessments © Lara Currie 2020 Show Intro music is Whispering Through by Asura Listen for free on the go with any one of these players for both Android & iPhone

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Lara Currie is on a mission to transform the way we communicate with one another. The workplace doesn't have to be the source of conflict and discord. She'll teach you how to have open and honest communication with people, how to navigate conflict, and how to deal with the difficult "stuff" we all encounter in this ever increasingly defensive world. www.difficulthappens.com Difficult can happen anywhere, so Lara is here to make sure you know exactly how to create positive communication, decrease defensiveness, and navigate the difficult that we all have to deal with in life, at home, and in the work environment so that you, your business, and your team, can save time, money and energy. https://www.difficulthappens.com