How to protect yourself from someone’s negative energy: 6 rules
The modern world is full of challenges: someone insults you on public transport, a colleague suddenly vents their anger at you, and another dispute breaks out on social networks. Negative energy seems to chase us everywhere. However, knowing how to protect yourself from it is an art that helps maintain mental balance and inner harmony. Let’s figure out how to protect yourself and not allow other people’s emotions to disrupt your world.

• Set personal boundaries: your inner “shield”
  The famous psychologist Carl Jung said: “Boundaries are not walls, but doors that you open only for those who need you.”
  Boundaries are necessary to keep those who bring chaos out of your space. Learn to say “no” without guilt. If someone constantly complains or tries to delicately shift their problems onto you, explain that you are not ready to take them on. Remember: saying no saves your time, energy, and sanity.
  Practical advice: visualize a “protective shield” for yourself – imagine that there is an invisible shell around you that reflects all negativity, preventing it from entering.
• Don’t become an “emotional sponge”
  It is difficult for sensitive people not to take other people’s emotions to heart. However, as Earhart Tell said, “What people say or do is often related to their inner state, not to you.”
  If someone starts complaining or criticizing, take a step back, both literally and figuratively. Understand that these are their emotions, not yours. Remind yourself: you don’t have to become a container for someone else’s toxic experiences. Practical advice: use the “mental distance” technique – mentally tell yourself: “This is not my story.”
• Avoid energy vampires
  You’ve probably heard the expression “energy vampire.” These are people who seem to feed on your energy, leaving you exhausted. As a rule, they take advantage of your kindness and sensitivity. Respect yourself enough to break off communication.
• Practice energy hygiene We are accustomed to taking care of our physical cleanliness, but we often neglect the “cleanliness” of our energy. Negativity accumulates like dust on furniture and requires regular cleansing. Try meditation, yoga, or at least 10 minutes of silence daily. Activities that bring joy — such as drawing, dancing, or walking in nature — can also help clear your energy field. Practical advice: In the evening, visualize a stream of light washing away all the negativity accumulated during the day, leaving you with a feeling of lightness.
• The power of words: avoid complaining. Negativity breeds negativity. The more you complain, the more negativity you attract. This also applies to your communication with others. Conversations about problems should be constructive, not turn into a whining marathon. Practical advice: Replace complaints with gratitude. For example, instead of saying, “What a terrible day,” say: “This day was difficult, but I managed to get through it.”
• Surround yourself with a “charging station.” Your environment affects you more than you think. As Jim Rohn said, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” Surround yourself with people who inspire, support, and radiate positivity. This doesn’t mean excluding people with problems from your life, but it’s important to maintain a balance that works in your favor. Practical advice: Find like-minded individuals who share your interests and values. Together, you’ll become stronger in facing negativity.
• Bottom line: Be the master of your energy The world will always contain negativity, but you have a choice: let it enter your life or leave it at the door. Each of these principles helps strengthen your energy resilience and maintain mental balance. Remember, your energy is one of the most valuable things you possess. Protect it as you would the most precious diamond. And, of course, remember the golden rule: “You can’t control what others say and do, but you can control how you react to it.”