Podcasts about Difficult People

Do you ever feel emotionally drained after spending time with certain people? You might be dealing with the aura of a difficult person—and you're not alone. In this episode, we dive deep into the subtle energy fields that surround the challenging individuals in your life, from coworkers to family members and friends. Whether it's a toxic in-law, a passive-aggressive colleague, or a ghosting friend, we're unpacking how their energy affects you and what you can actually do about it.We explore real listener-submitted stories and share practical strategies to help you maintain your balance, set boundaries, and communicate more effectively—without losing your cool or your sense of self.In this episode, we cover:Common aura patterns of difficult people—and what they meanHow you can gain control of your own energy in any relationshipWays to protect yourself from people who are making your life more difficultListeners also share their shocking stories of difficult people affecting their lives! If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love the links below:Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comDiscover more about yourself with Mystic Michaela's aura quizzes : https://knowyouraura.com/aura-quizzes/Find your aura color: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-every-aura-color-explained/id1477126939?i=1000479357880Message Mystic Michaela on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysticmichaela/Explore the Know Your Aura Website : https://knowyouraura.com/Visit Mystic Michaela's Website: https://www.mysticmichaela.com/Join Mystic Michaela's Popular Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2093029197406168/Know Your Aura Podcast - Episode partners:Eat smart with Factor! Get started at https://www.factormeals.com/KYA50OFF and use code KYA50OFF to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping on your first box.For a limited time only, get 35% off plus an additional 50% off your first order of Smalls cat food when you head to https://www.smalls.com and use code KYASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Many wonder if they're "stuck" in a pattern or if healing and growth are possible.Join George Haas as he explores the intersection of attachment theory and meditation, and the path to live a more meaningful life. If you're interested in meditation-based attachment repair for long-term healing, this is for you.Like this? Grab our free video resource called

The very funny and charming Julie Klausner is known for her starring role in the acclaimed Hulu dark comedy series Difficult People and she has appeared in Big Mouth, What We Do in the Shadows, At Home with Amy Sedaris, and many other beloved and hilarious programs. It's stressful work, we think, because Julie has had a lot of massages over the years and she's here to tell you all about them. We hope you'll find our conversation as relaxing and sleep-inducing as a real massage but we assure you there will be no oils applied to you, nor will there be a CD of whale songs or the vague threat of wind chimes. And you can wear whatever you like.Go to www.maximumfun.org/join and select Sleeping with Celebrities to support our show.Hey Sleepy Heads, is there anyone whose voice you'd like to drift off to, or do you have suggestions on things we could do to aid your slumber? Email us at: sleepwithcelebs@maximumfun.org.Follow the Show on:Instagram @sleepwcelebsBluesky @sleepwithcelebsTikTok @SleepWithCelebsJohn is on Bluesky @JohnMoeJohn's acclaimed, best-selling memoir, The Hilarious World of Depression, is now available in paperback.

pWotD Episode 2960: Cole Escola Welcome to Popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 325,342 views on Monday, 9 June 2025 our article of the day is Cole Escola.Cole Escola (born November 25, 1986) is an American comedian, actor, singer, and playwright. They are best known for their cabaret work and appearances on the television series Difficult People (2015–2017), At Home with Amy Sedaris (2017–2020), Search Party (2020–2021), and Big Mouth (2022), as well as for writing and starring in the play Oh, Mary! which opened on Broadway in 2024. Escola received two nominations for two Tony Awards for their work on Oh, Mary!, winning the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play. They were also named a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:35 UTC on Tuesday, 10 June 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Cole Escola on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Kajal.

Editors - Todd Downing ACE and Amelia Allwarden ACE OVERCOMPENSATING editors Todd and Amelia often leaned on each other for perspective throughout the post process. As Todd recounted, "You lose perspective, but there are other jokes that you always, always laugh at, and then you know it's a gem."  Editing comedy, as Amelia noted, involves understanding the micro-timing of jokes — knowing precisely when to cut away or linger, to maximize comedic impact.  Todd echoes this sentiment, explaining that edits can drastically influence the pacing and timing essential for landing a joke. Ultimately, the collaborative dynamic between the two allowed them to strike a balance between comedy and the series' more serious undertones. OVERCOMPENSATING tells the story of Benny, a former high school football star and valedictorian from Idaho, as he begins his freshman year of college at the fictional Yates University, where his sister Grace is a junior. He is closeted and masks his true identity by aping the machismo of his male peers, particularly that of Peter, Grace's jock boyfriend. On his first day on campus, Benny befriends Carmen, a freshman from New Jersey who was an outsider in high school. Together, Benny and Carmen navigate their first year of college, which includes new relationships, pledging the college's secret society, and figuring out their true selves. TODD DOWNING, ACE Todd Downing, ACE edits television series, films, and documentaries across a wide range of genres, from arthouse animation to slapstick comedy to documentaries about the Syrian civil war.  His credits include Russian Doll, Difficult People, Frontline, and Mrs. America.  He's worked in both the U.K. and the U.S.A., and has been nominated for three BAFTAS, an ACE Eddie, and won two Royal Television Society awards. AMELIA ALLWARDEN, ACE Amelia Allwarden, ACE is a Los Angeles-based film and television editor.  Originally from New Hampshire, she earned a highly coveted spot in the American Cinema Editors (ACE) internship program in 2015. She then spent a season and a half as an assistant editor on TNT's Good Behavior, before being promoted to editor in season 2. Amelia worked as an assistant editor on season 2 of HBO's Westworld under showrunners Jonathan Nolan & Lisa Joy. During this time, Amelia edited Evan Rachel Wood's debut short film Queen. In 2021, she reunited with Nolan & Joy as an editor on Westworld season 4. She most recently edited Dune: Prophecy for HBO, and the Marvel Studios series Echo. Amelia edited six episodes across all seasons of the Emmy nominated Hulu series Pen15. She collaborated with writer/director Aubrey Plaza on Cinema Toast, a Duplass Brothers anthology series on Showtime. The Credits Visit ExtremeMusic for all your production audio needs Listen to Todd talk about editing MRS. AMERICA, RUSSIAN DOLL and CLIPPED Hear Amelia discuss cutting LITTLE FIRES EVERYWHERE, PEN15 and DUNE: PROPHECY Check out what's new with Avid Media Composer Subscribe to The Rough Cut podcast and never miss an episode Visit The Rough Cut on YouTube  

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From the AOK archive: Broadway star Megan Hilty joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss her incredible career through the lens of kindness. From Idina Menzel's career-changing act of kindness to what she learned from Dolly Parton herself, Megan shares countless inspiring stories and quips while reflecting on her journey. Megan Hilty is probably most recognizable for her portrayal of Ivy Lynn in the NBC Musical Drama “Smash.” Before that, Hilty started her career on Broadway, playing Glinda in “Wicked,” Doralee Rhodes in “9 to 5 The Musical,” and Brooke Ashton in “Noises Off,” which earned her a Tony Award Nomination. Other stage credits include Audrey in “Little Shop of Horrors” (Kennedy Center), Annie Oakley in “Annie Get Your Gun” (Encores/NY City Center) and Lorelei Lee in “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” (Encores/NY City Center). Her numerous television credits include “Sean Saves The World” with Sean Hayes, “Difficult People,” “Braindead,” “The Good Fight,” playing the iconic Patsy Cline in “Patsy and Loretta” and Lily in NBC's “Annie Live!” Megan's voiceover work spans from audiobooks to kids animated favorites on Disney, Nickelodeon, Netfilx, Hulu & Cartoon Network. Hilty continues to tour her cabaret show with her band, led by Grammy Nominated Matt Cusson, which has been taped for “Live from Lincoln Center” on PBS, and regularly appears with world renowned orchestras including the NY Pops, Boston Pops and the National Symphony Orchestra. Follow Megan @meganhilty Follow us @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: ⁠artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to Learn How to Lead Like Jesus? Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge! This is a free 1-hour live workshop where you'll learn how you can gain confidence in leading like Jesus. We'll cover: What's holding you back from leading like Jesus? How Jesus modelled confident leadership How you can start leading like Jesus. Date: June 25th (US Participants); 26 June (Australian Participants) Even if you can't make it, register so that you can receive the recording! I can't wait to share what I've learnt with you! Go to https://events.womenoffaithinleadership.com to register! ........................................................................... Today, we're talking about something I know so many of you face: difficult people at work. Maybe it's the passive-aggressive coworker. The manager who micromanages. Or the colleague who constantly undermines your authority. We all have them… and let's be honest, sometimes we are them, too. But here's the thing... conflict isn't always the enemy. It can be an opportunity for growth, refinement, and even deeper connection… if we learn how to approach it God's way. So in this episode, I'm giving you 5 Bible-based tips for handling conflict at work—without losing your peace, your witness, or your confidence. Want to Learn How to Lead Like Jesus? Join the Confidence Kickstart Challenge! This is a free 1-hour live workshop where you'll learn how you can gain confidence in leading like Jesus. We'll cover: What's holding you back from leading like Jesus? How Jesus modelled confident leadership How you can start leading like Jesus. Date: June 25th (US Participants); 26 June (Australian Participants) Even if you can't make it, register so that you can receive the recording! I can't wait to share what I've learnt with you! Go to https://events.womenoffaithinleadership.com to register! Have a listener question? Submit it at https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com/podcast Next steps:  1. Navigate to https://www.womenoffaithinleadership.com where you can: Join the community of like-minded female Christian leaders. This is where I will be hanging out if I'm not on the podcast chatting to you all. Come share and support each other here.  Subscribe to my newsletter so you can stay up to date with all upcoming episodes and any other exclusive or special offers. 2. Book your Confidence Coaching session: https://tidycal.com/rikawhelan/coachingcall 3. Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rikawhelan

the blessing of difficult people: we have it all backwards. it's like the gym. without struggle you can't increase strength. as gets easier, you increase the struggle to get stronger. adding resistance isn't being mean, it's supporting strength gain. Earth is a gym, sometimes hard sometimes easy but it's a workout here, not a spa.real foundation of all spiritual practices is to see god in all, and feel love. everything is a part of the creator.Happy is to wake up to true nature: and may all the beings in all the worlds be happy.How love the unlovable."treat them as yours". if cranky old man, they are your cranky old man.A movie without a villain has no conflict, and messes up the hero that we love. There has to be the villains. these 'bad' people are the heavy weights for training. sometimes you can't appreciate them, but you can appreciate that they play the 'bad guy' really well in this play of life.Need catalyst to move past unknown limitations. having 'bad' people to forgive is what gives us the forgiveness workouts. Now the greatest enemy becomes greatest teacher. "Don't hate me when I show up as an enemy, I have paid a large price for this for you." - Baba.When God looks, all god sees is God. What we call "bad karma" gives us the greatest opportunity to grow. What we call "good karma" often sets us back the most. Backwards for most.What Would Jesus Do? in each situation what would god have me do? Engage as much as you can stay compassionate. Increase the time as long as you can stay compassionate and loving. Don't go until engage in attack/fear. This is the workout. 

Genesis 30:23-31:55 Dealing with Difficult People 1. Be generous and do everything possible for peace 2. Be a person of utmost personal integrity 3. Be confident the Lord will do what is right for you 4. Be discerning about when its time to create distance 5. Be humble, respectful, and courageous when its time to speak up 6. Be forgiving and move on

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Rosie shares a personal story of frustration with a noisy neighbor and how a shift in perspective changed everything. Learn how mindfulness and compassion can transform our reactions to difficult people. Find more from Rosie here! Try Headspace for free here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"How old would you be if you didn't know how old you were?" ~ Satchel Paige (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)

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Do you have a difficult person in your life? Understanding their aura may allow you to navigate what to do about it! Michaela and Scott read listeners' personal stories about challenging relationships. They cover estrangement with family, a “frenemy” situation as well as what to do about a power tripping boss. Michaela reads their auras and discusses how energy is involved in the conflicts. Scott and Michaela talk about how each aura color can present difficulties in a relationship. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comWant to learn more? Enjoy one of our other interactive Aura quizzes: https://knowyouraura.com/aura-quizzesListen to this introductory episode to find your Aura color: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-every-aura-color-explained/id1477126939?i=1000479357880Send Mystic Michaela some positive energy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysticmichaelaExplore the Know Your Aura Website : https://knowyouraura.comVisit Mystic Michaela's Website: https://www.mysticmichaela.comJoin Mystic Michaela's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2093029197406168Ads:Get 20% off Helix sitewide at https://helixsleep.com/KYAGet up to 35% off PLUS 2 free gifts by using code KYA at https://shopbeam.com/kyaFor a limited time only, get 35% off plus an additional 50% off your first order when you head to https://www.smalls.com and use code KYASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Our perspective, or the meaning that we attach to our stories we tell ourselves makes us either bitter or better. I suggest we do this by choice, and not by chance.” ~ Bill Crawford, PhD (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)

An old friend (and my spiritual brother) discusses some of the most important things he's ever learned.   Sam Harris is a neuroscientist, author, podcaster and the proprietor of Waking Up, a top-notch meditation app with amazing teachers and a ton of courses for all levels. If you subscribe via this link: wakingup.com/tenpercent, you'll get a 30-day free trial—and you'll be supporting the 10% Happier team, too. Full and partial scholarships are available.   In this episode we talk about: How to maintain equanimity in shitty situations  How to have compassion – or at least non-hatred – for people you disagree with politically  The illusion of free will and its relationship with compassion  The difference between dualistic and non-dualistic mindfulness The concept of having no head Why meditating with your eyes open can be super helpful And much more   Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel   Additional Resources:  On Having No Head  

When people show us who they are, we ought to believe them. They are the way they are—they have to be that way.

Misfits Makin' It is the podcast component of the misfit comedy shows produced by Lauren LoGiudice. Show dates and info at www.laurenlogiudice.com In this episode of Misfits Makin' It Lauren interviews film and television editor Todd Downing about his approach to editing, working with notable actors like Patricia Arquette and Natasha Lyonne, and how to stay the most authentically creative. HOW TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST: Rate and review: Misfits trust other misfits to tell them what is good! Tell a friend: Work of mouth is the #1 way misfits like to learn about their next pod. Sponsor a podcast: Affordable for individuals and small businesses, also makes the perfect gift. Support this art directly with a podcast that's custom-tailored to you or your friends. Make it happen by reaching out to inthemidstprod@gmail.com. CONNECT WITH TODD DOWNING X: @todddowningace CONNECT WITH LAUREN LOGIUDICE: Instagram: @laurenlogi Twitter/TikTok/Threads: @laurenlogi Website: www.laurenlogiudice.com For more about the Honestly crowdfunding campaign visit: https://seedandspark.com/fund/honestly#story

Here is what you will discover on this week's episode of The GMS Podcast: 1) Growing Up In Dysfunctional Homes 2) Living With Difficult People 3) Charming Narcissits 4) The Pain Is Great Enough 5) Setting Clearly Defined Boundaries 6) Letting Go 7) Living In Codependent Recovery *Visit This Link to Request a Free 20 Minute Coaching Session* https://www.goldenmastermind.com/coaching-call-signup/  *Connect with Jeffery* Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffery.combs  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffery_combs/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jefferycombs  Website: https://www.goldenmastermind.com/  *Jeffery's Books* (2019 Bestseller) The Breakthrough Factor - https://www.goldenmastermind.com/product/the-breakthrough-factor/  The Anger Factor - https://www.goldenmastermind.com/product/the-anger-factor/  The Procrastination Cure - https://www.goldenmastermind.com/product/the-procrastination-cure/  Psychologically Unemployable - https://www.goldenmastermind.com/product/psychologically-unemployable-remastered/  More Heart Than Talent - https://www.goldenmastermind.com/product/more-heart-than-talent-book/  *Other Ways to Listen to The GMS Podcast* Website: https://www.goldenmastermind.com/podcast/  Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3D07Y6f  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Qd4FvC  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/JefferyCombsGMS 

In today's episode, I'm talking about small gestures, big impact, and what the power of simple connection looks like. Connection is VITAL for us as humans - our brains thrive on social interaction!Small connections are beautiful and transformative and can do SO much to bridge the gaps between people in our society today. Here's to making more intentional connections that leave a lasting impact!In this episode, I cover:Why connection is VITAL for humans + can happen in everyday interactionsWhat can hold you back from building connections with othersPractical ways you can start building simple connections with others Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/simple-connection Connect with Terryn:Follow on Instagram @terryn.drielingCheck out my websiteSend me an email at terryn@terryndrieling.comResources & Links:Everybody, Always: Becoming Love in a World Full of Setbacks and Difficult People by Bob GoffJoin the waitlist for the Good Movement CollectiveGood Movement music by: Aaron EspePodcast produced by: Jill Carr PodcastingMentioned in this episode:Learn more and see if 1:1 Good Movement Guidance is right for you.1:1 Good Movement Guidance

In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy dives into a topic we all know too well—difficult people. We've all worked with someone who's frustrating, quirky, or just hard to get along with. And rather than facing the issue head-on, we tend to tuck these individuals away, hoping they'll just disappear. If you're someone who avoids difficult conversations, in this episode you'll learn the strategies to embrace the difficult people and become the leader you're capable of being. As a business owner, it's your responsibility to deal with the people who challenge you. Whether it's employees who push back, disagree, or simply don't fit the mold you envisioned, avoiding these difficult situations only hinders your business and personal growth. Kris emphasizes that by avoiding tough conversations, you're holding yourself back from fulfilling your vision and advancing your mission. “We are shrinking in the face of difficult when we should be standing and firmly growing who we are,” Kris reminds us. Facing difficulty head-on requires us to change the way we think and behave, and it's essential for growth. No one teaches you how to deal with difficult people, but when you step into being a leader, it is essential to learn and refine this skill. Kris teaches how to turn these situations into opportunities for both you and your team to grow. Kris guides us through the art of navigating these tough moments with honesty, courage, and a commitment to fostering growth. If you're ready to stop avoiding conflict and start growing, grab your pen and take notes—this episode will transform how you lead your business and your life. Key Takeaways From This Episode Embrace Difficulty as a Path to Growth: Avoiding challenges may feel easier in the short term, but overcoming them leads to the next level of success and fulfillment. Resistance Stalls Progress: Accepting reality allows you to move forward with clarity and purpose. Leadership Requires Facing Hard Conversations: Addressing challenges directly and honestly is key to maintaining a strong, functional team. Difficult People Are an Opportunity, Not a Roadblock: Mastering these interactions builds confidence, resilience, and stronger leadership skills. Avoiding Conversations Hurts Everyone: Honest feedback helps both individuals and organizations grow. Developing Conflict Resolution Skills is a Game-Changer: This skill is critical for maintaining peace of mind and achieving your long-term goals. Contact Information and Recommended Resources 1. If you want to become a well-resourced woman, subscribe to the FREE Well-Resourced Woman Limited Series Private Podcast. Visit www.thevisionary.ceo/asagewoman to learn more. The first episode is waiting for you! 2. Join Kris's live Be Better classes at www.thevisionary.ceo/bebetter. 3. Dealing with a Difficult Person in your business or need to have a Difficult Conversation? Join Kris' class HERE! (https://www.thevisionary.ceo/offers/4XYGiuSv)  Linkedin Instagram Facebook Pinterest

We all have difficult people in our lives, and communicating with difficult people can be especially challenging. Sometimes these people are strangers that we encounter at the grocery store. And sometimes they are friends, coworkers, family members, or the people we date! Whoever it is, there are helpful strategies you can use when dealing with these kinds of people. Following are my top five.►Please subscribe/rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/lastfirstdateradio ►If you're feeling stuck in dating and relationships and would like to find your last first date, sign up for a complimentary 45-minute breakthrough session with Sandy https://lastfirstdate.com/application ►Join Your Last First Date on Facebook https://facebook.com/groups/yourlastfirstdate ►Get Sandy's books, Becoming a Woman of Value; How to Thrive in Life and Love https://bit.ly/womanofvaluebook , Choice Points in Dating https://amzn.to/3jTFQe9 and Love at Last https://amzn.to/4erpj7C ►Get FREE coaching on the podcast! https://bit.ly/LFDradiocoaching ►FREE download: “Top 10 Reasons Why Men Suddenly Pull Away” http://bit.ly/whymendisappear ►Group Coaching: https://lastfirstdate.com/the-woman-of-value-club/ ►Website → https://lastfirstdate.com/ ► Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lastfirstdate1/ ►Get Amazon Music Unlimited FREE for 30 days at https://getamazonmusic.com/lastfirstdate  

In this episode, Rachel Hollis provides practical strategies for dealing with difficult people in everyday life. She outlines five key tactics: not engaging in drama, setting boundaries, giving up on changing others, using the emotional shield technique, and protecting your energy.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!00:13 Tactical Approach: Five Key Strategies00:48 Podcast Subscription Request01:45 Understanding Everyday Difficult People04:27 Personal Story: Dealing with a Difficult Boss11:11 Psychological Impact of Difficult People16:16 Types of Difficult People and How to Handle Them24:48 Five Detailed Strategies for Managing Difficult People30:31 Evaluating Relationships: Is It Worth It?33:18 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSign up for Rachel's weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices.

"We don't have to learn to react…it happens automatically. We do, however, want to learn to respond in a way that we would recommend to someone we love." ~ Bill Crawford, PhD (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)

20250323 ACB Membership Committee "Membership focus" call on "Handling difficult people" Originally Broadcasted March 23, 2025, on ACB Media 6   Participants learned strategies for handling difficult people to minimize disruptions in meetings. Discover ways to keep them engaged with insights from Pam Shaw, Kenneth Semien, and Dan Spoone.   Sponsored by: ACB Membership Committee     Find out more at https://acb-community.pinecast.co

Is confidence the key to effective communication? How are you meant to respond when someone says something incredibly rude? How can we use silence to out a liar? Jefferson Fisher is a trial lawyer who you might know as the guy who records videos from his car all about how to communicate during life’s everyday awkward situations and arguments! Jefferson amassed 5.8 million followers and has a new book out titled “the next conversation” and it’s his tried-and-true strategies to deal with difficult people and tough situations. Our favourite thing about Jefferson is that he provides word for word advice on how to navigate a lot of conflict and having the tool of ‘if someone says this to you, respond with this’ is incredibly helpful! In today’s conversation, we unpack: Where Jefferson learnt the art of storytelling How storytelling can determine the outcome of a court case Why you should never try to win an argument How you can park your ego and emotion during an argument so that you can get your point across in a way that will be listened to Jefferson’s tips to make a liar out themselves (remember he’s a trial attorney) How to spot a liar! What to say when someone says something rude to you Fluffy emails, filler words and over apologising are harming how we are perceived How to combat defensiveness You can find more from Jefferson on his instagram At his website And grab his new book “The Next Conversation” You can watch us on Youtube Find us on Instagram Join us on tiktok Or join the Facebook Discussion Group Tell your mum, tell your dad, tell your dog, tell your friend and share the love because WE LOVE LOVE! XxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever feel like certain people were put in your life just to test your patience? Whether it's a toxic boss, a drama-loving coworker, or someone who always pushes your buttons, difficult people are everywhere. But here's the good news—you don't have to let them steal your peace! In this episode, we're diving into how to handle tricky personalities, set boundaries like a boss, and keep your cool no matter what chaos comes your way. My 6-month group for women veterinarians, Living A Life You Love is opening for enrollment on March 24-28, 2025. Here's all the info https://www.juliesquires.net/group-coaching

Who is the most complicated person you work with? You probably don’t have to think very hard to answer that question. You already know their name, their job title, their quirks, and their flaws. You have firsthand experience with the mental and emotional fallout they leave in their wake. You’ve seen the problems their complexity creates for everyone on their team. You wish you could fix them, solve them, ignore them, or teleport them to a parallel dimension. But you can’t. You have to work with them. (You could quit, but your next job will have a complicated person waiting for you there too.) That means you need effective strategies to collaborate with (nearly) anyone. Especially the picky, prickly, problematic ones. Drawing from his global consulting experience with teams and leaders from the glitz of sports and entertainment, to the number-crunching world of finance, to the meticulous realms of insurance, pharma, and manufacturing, today’s guest - a dynamic speaker and bestselling author, Ryan Leak, will provide you with proven strategies for seeing challenging individuals as human beings to understand rather than problems to solve, detoxing unrealistic expectations and getting comfortable with complicated, learning to communicate effectively in complex environments, embracing healthy disagreement as a tool to discover better solutions, and setting boundaries that let people into your world without letting them run your world. In the episode Ryan shares, “The process of learning to collaborate with difficult individuals is transformative—it’s a gateway to greater creativity, stronger teams, and increased productivity, because on the other side of complicated is the wonderful, wide-open world of effective collaboration and a workplace you love.” Ryan’s Website: https://www.ryanleak.com/ Pre-Order Ryan’s Book How to Work with Complicated People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Work-Complicated-People-Collaboration-ebook/dp/B0D7J86R16 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst discuss an article from Lifeway about some difficult people you will encounter in church and ministry life. The Dominator The Dodger The Debater The Drainer Resources Related to this Episode: 4 Difficult People You'll Encounter in Ministry – and How to Handle Them by Christ Surratt

"The past doesn't exist as a factual recounting of what happened, but as an experience that we are constantly recreating in our mind… which means we can use the past to change the present and the future." ~ Bill Crawford, PhD (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)

Today we revisit one of the most popular episodes from the past year: Working with Difficult People.At some point in your career, you're going to find yourself in this situation. It can be frustrating. How you choose to respond is everything. **After the Episode**Register for Communication Strategies for Managers and learn the essential skills that will help you feel more calm and confident every day:https://maven.com/kimnicol/communication-strategiesReach out for 1:1 coaching on your specific situation and goals:https://kimnicol.com/Follow me on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimnicol/

Welcome to Classic Hawk! Your weekly replay of some of our favorite episodes from archives of 108.9 The Hawk.Today's Episode: The Woodstock 99 Simulation with Jake FogelnestJason Gore is BACK in the co-host chair of the 108.9 The Hawk Morning Show with Geoff "The Angry Man" Garlock. VR developer, SAGE LUKATHER (Jake Fogelnest) stops by the Hawknest to show off his new Woodstock '99 VR experience. Farmer Dan also stops by to discuss "Fall Festival Days" at Shetland Creameries and take a spin on Sage's VR experience to right some wrongs.Guest Starring: Jake Fogelnest (The Tonight Show, Difficult People, Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp)Love 108.9 The Hawk? Here's how to get more:Subscribe to the podcast!Get official merch: http://tee.pub/lic/goodrockshirtsEarly access & bonus shows: https://patreon.com/1089thehawkFollow us on social media: YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Bluesky, ThreadsLearn more: https://1089thehawk.com

This week I’m excited to share an episode of the podcast Happier, hosted by past guest Gretchen Rubin. Gretchen’s podcast, on the Lemonada Media network, explores how we can live a more fulfilling life. In this episode, Gretchen addresses the common feeling of not having enough time to cross all the things off your to-do list, and she offers a useful and guilt-free strategy for sorting through priorities. Plus, she talks with esteemed author Judy Blume, whose work is currently being adapted into a Netflix series for a new generation. For more episodes of Happier, listen wherever you get your podcasts or head to https://lemonada.lnk.to/happierfd Follow me on Instagram at @davidduchovny. Stay up to date with Lemonada on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How you handle difficult people will determine the strength of your leadership. In this REVERB episode, we dive deeper into last week's discussion on How to Lead Difficult People. You’ll learn how great leaders approach difficult people with wisdom—leaning in differently when necessary and offering direct feedback where appropriate. Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine. If this podcast has made you a better leader, you can help it by leaving a quick Spotify or Apple Podcasts review. You can visit Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and then go to the “Reviews” section. Thank you for sharing! ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"A life of denial can often be a form of self-delusion. . .What are we pretending not to know?" ~ Ken Frogley (https://www.billcrawfordphd.com/quote-video-blog/)

It's every traumatized kids' dream, that one day, your parents will finally see how much their abusive behavior hurt you, and they'll change, and say they're sorry – even if you had to cut them out of your life for a long time – and do everything that's needed to set things right. But really, what COULD set things right? And even if they really had changed, would you be able to handle picking up that relationship again without falling back down into a place you know TOO well, where you're depressed and dysregulated and your life gets stuck? In this video I respond to a letter from a woman who is weighing whether to let her abusive parents back into her life. Difficult People in Your Life? Try These NINJA BOUNDARIES: FREE PDF Download: https://bit.ly/3YCnpZJ

We explore a helpful approach for handling important tasks that can’t be dealt with at present, by stashing them in the metaphorical "messy closet" without guilt. Our happiness hack offers expert advice for managing social situations with difficult people. We also feature a special interview with legendary author Judy Blume about fostering a love of reading, her experiences with book banning, and insights from owning an indie bookstore. Resources & Links Related to this episode: Pre-order your copy of Secrets of Adulthood Join me on book tour starting April 1, 2025 Take the Four Tendencies quiz Elizabeth is reading: Code Girls: The Untold Story of the American Women Code Breakers of World War II by Liza Mundy (Amazon, Bookshop) Gretchen is reading: Stone Yard Devotional by Charlotte Wood (Amazon, Bookshop) Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever find yourself stuck in your own head, overthinking a conversation, or worrying about how someone will react? This episode is for you. Today I sit down with the legendary Mel Robbins – NYT #1 bestselling author, speaker, and the force behind The Let Them Theory. She breaks down the power of self-communication, why the way you talk to yourself shapes your confidence, and how to stop wasting energy on things you can't control. Dive deeper into The Let Them Theory, and buy the book today at https://www.melrobbins.com/letthemtheory  This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. Upgrade Your Every Day. Get 40% off at cozyearth.com/jefferson or use code JEFFERSON at check out. Relationships come with questions, therapy comes with answers. Find them with my sponsor BetterHelp. Click https://betterhelp.com/jeffersonfisher for a discount on your first month of therapy. Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review! Order my new book, The Next Conversation, today!  Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show!  Want a FREE communication tip each week? Click here to join my newsletter.  Join My School of Communication Watch my podcast on YouTube  Follow me on Instagram  Follow me on TikTok Follow me on LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Encountering difficult people is unavoidable. The best leaders learn how to manage their responses toward difficult people rather than mirroring their behavior. In this episode I share practical strategies for handling challenging individuals while maintaining your leadership edge. Download the application guide: https://bit.ly/4bjln8M Here's what we cover in this episode: What makes someone a difficult person. (1:48) Why reacting emotionally gives difficult people power over you. (4:50) How to respond to difficult people. (6:19) How to manage difficult people without losing a leadership edge. (7:30) Special thanks to our sponsor BELAY for offering a free download of their ebook, 10 Tactics to Boost Productivity. This resource is full of helpful tips to make your workdays more sustainable, productive, and fulfilling. Just text the word ANDY to 55123 to claim your free ebook now. Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine. ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, you are getting research-backed strategies for handling difficult people. In this episode, you will dive deep into how to respond to disrespect, gaslighting, and exactly what to say when someone tries to brush off their behavior with, “I was just joking.” You and Mel are both learning from trial lawyer Jefferson Fisher, who is known for his straightforward advice, tips, and tricks on how to communicate better. Jefferson is here to teach you exactly what to say (and what not to say) when you're dealing with a difficult person: If you're tired of being talked over, dismissed, or made to feel less than, it's time to learn the techniques that will help you walk into any conversation with confidence—and walk away with your power intact. You'll learn how to:Stand up for yourself without being unlikable.Handle disrespect without losing your cool.Stop arguments before they start.Set boundaries without feeling guiltyReclaim your confidence in secondsHandle fake apologies and toxic conversations like a proAfter today, you'll have the exact tools to protect your peace, reclaim your confidence, and navigate any difficult conversation with ease. For more resources, click here for the podcast episode page. If you enjoyed this episode, and want to know more about how to protect your energy and happiness, listen to this one next: The 7-Day Reset for More Time, Energy & Happiness (Backed by Science)Listen to Jefferson's first appearance on The Mel Robbins Podcast here: Communicate with Confidence: The Blueprint for Mastering Every ConversationConnect with Mel:  Get Mel's #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Sign up for Mel's personal letter Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes Disclaimer

Jess is joined by DIFFICULT PEOPLE creator/star & BILLY ON THE STREET producer JULIE KLAUSNER! Topics: Madonna x Sondheim “I'm Breathless” collab, Death Becomes Her vs. She-Devil, John Waters Quote Tournament, the Liza documentary, writing for Joan Rivers, preceding Brian Moylan as Vulture Housewives recapper, first WNBA game, the return of her podcast HOW WAS YOUR WEEK & more! IG: @jessxnyc | @julieklausner Jess' docu-series on the history, mystique & lore of Fire Island: Finding Fire Island

When someone is wounded by trauma in childhood, it can SEEM to them that other people should be able to make them feel better. They may believe that if only you cared enough, or validated their feelings enough, their loneliness and hurt would go away. This is a lot of pressure, and a projection that you can't actually fix for them. It's hard to be compassionate with someone who is hurting, and yet say NO to their demands that you keep listening, keep giving, and keep taking responsibility for their healing. In this video, I respond to a letter from a woman who is fed up with a sibling's venting and emotional hounding. Hear my advice for how to set boundaries with a sibling with CPTSD. Difficult People in Your Life? Try These NINJA BOUNDARIES: FREE PDF Download: https://bit.ly/3YCnpZJ

When you were a child you needed the attention of parents – not just for food and shelter, but for your emotions. You need them to recognize and see when you were struggling, and help you navigate relationships, stand up for yourself, and set boundaries. That's what parenting IS. In this video, I respond to a letter from a woman who was raised by dismissive parents, who invalidated her needs and prioritized their own activities and preferences. Now she is with a dismissive partner, and worse, she has grown to be dismissive of HERSELF. Hear her letter and my response. Difficult People in Your Life? Try These NINJA BOUNDARIES: FREE PDF Download: https://bit.ly/3YCnpZJ

I love Viktor Frankl's quote “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” I am reminded by this that my power, my strength, and my freedom is created in the space between the stimulus (circumstance) and my response (my actions). But sometimes that space can seem so, so, so small.  We can tend to react impulsively, without thought, rather than responding thoughtfully. How do we increase the space, so we respond with intention, with valued alignment, rather than reacting with without thought? This podcast talks about how. Thanks for listening!  Want to learn more about this concept?  Check out these podcasts: 26 Taking Offense 77 Other People's Opinions 163 Difficult People 175 Happy No-Drama Holidays to You 231 Other People's Pain 274 When We Behave Badly 280 Living in Alignment 301 The Primitive Brain Problem 307 Curiosity, Not Criticism 326 Stop Being Right, Start Being Safe Are you curious about what it would be like to work with me? Here are three options: Group coaching classes are available at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Talk with Tanya is a free monthly webinar where you can ask me anything and we can have a great discussion.  You can sign up for that at tanyahale.com/groupcoaching Interested in a free 90-minute coaching/consult with me?  Access my calendar at: https://tanyahalecalendar.as.me/

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