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other person, or are putting a
happy face on when they are
nearby because you do not
want to start an argument, you
are in a toxic relationship and
something needs to be done.
Contemplate why you are
staying in the relationship
If you are in a toxic relationship,
you are obviously staying in
that negativity for a reason. In
order to better yourself, you
must know why you are staying.
Does the other person make you
feel special, sexy, attractive, or
needed once in a while? There
is a reason why you are allowing
them to control your life and
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you will then know how you can
better yourself.
Figure out other ways to feel
good
You do not need to be in a
toxic relationship or a negative
environment to make you feel
good; there are plenty of other,
healthier ways to feel good about
yourself. If the other personmakes
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to volunteer at and the children
will need you. If the other person
makes you feel beautiful in a way,
remember that you are beautiful
without that person, too. You can
end any negativity in your life.
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power. She is an international keynote speaker, author, business coach and
the CEO of DeLores Pressley Worldwide. She is the author of Oh Yes You Can,
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SOAR TO SUCCESS / FEBRUARY 2017 / Personal Growth Strategies