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Old Mar 18, 2008, 10:21 AM
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tat2doc said:
How do you deal with someone who always sees the negative side of things and thinks they're always right?

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I personally try my best to point out them the good side of things / life (if there is one) and I remind them how my cup is half full...... never empty.

Some times you even have to go as far as keeping a journal of their negative behavior and show it to them after a few months.
Recording them being negative is a good way to go as well - then play the tape back for them.

And if all else fails (as it will at times)...... learn to take deep breathes when they get the best of you.

Over all the best way to deal with a person like this is let your own life / words do the talking for you..... be a role model.