1. Active Listening

Active listening is one of the best ways to deal with ‘difficult people’. It makes an impression that you are listening to them.  This communication technique is most preferred in every field.  Apart from just listening what they talk, it is always better responding and focusing attention on the one who talk. Being a good listener will make them feel they are noticed by you. That’s why they are seen as ‘difficult to deal’. They need people who notice them, and identify them. And to know their intention, there is nothing better than listening to them. Active listeners will always get through the toughest time with the ‘difficult people’.

2. Be Calm and Patient

Difficult people always put you down.  Here, you have to be more calm and tolerant. But we mostly see that ‘difficult people’ seldom outrage the strong ones who react well. Is it sad to the compassionate ones? No, it is not sad for them. But they need to be alert while talking with difficult ones. People tend to remember what you talk than what you do. Better you bring some sentiments to the situation. They may treat you badly in an emotionally bullying time. Be calm and counter with a simple line of reality. When you deal with the angry person, change the topic to an unrelated subject.