July 2016 Magazine | Page 82

You Can Walk Away by Laura Solomon A nyone who knows me knows that I have a list of words that I hate. Most of the words are very overused, like the words literally, absolutely, journey and toxic. I mean seriously, is everything a journey? Does anyone actually 82 | Eydis Magazine know the proper use for the word literally? Is everyone who isn’t nice really toxic? The answer is clear. Not everyone and everything are toxic. But “toxic” people are out there and I hope to help you train yourself how to deal with them. When it comes to toxic people, it’s really your choice whether you decide to participate in their drama. The truth is some people are just exhausting, and generally they involve themselves with “fixers” who will try to rescue them or take care of them. I am a fixer but