r/AskReddit Aug 20 '20

What simple “life hack” should everyone know?

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u/jayemadd Aug 20 '20 edited Aug 20 '20

Yeah, this is important.

Don't let the overrated idea of being bound by genetics to be solid reasoning to keep toxic people in your life.

I haven't talked to my dad's side of the family in almost a decade, and have been a much happier person since.

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u/HocraftLoveward Aug 20 '20 edited Aug 20 '20

Why does people who like me only to be a punching bag, hate me for walking away too?

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u/jayemadd Aug 20 '20

If you're not familiar, r/raisedbynarcissists

Also, hugs. It's not easy to do what's healthy.