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We all have difficult people in our lives. You know—the ones you dread talking to; the ones you try to avoid at all costs. They may be your ex-spouse, a co-worker, or a family member; they may be a bully, a control freak, passive-aggressive or someone who loves to play the role of victim. 人的一生中，难免会遇见一些很难打交道的人。你知道的，就是那种你竭尽所能想要避开的人。他们也许是你的前妻/夫、同事，亲戚，可能是专爱欺负别人的人、控制狂、消极对待者、或者受害妄想症资深患者。 So, how do we deal with these people? How can we work together productively, whether in a parenting, a working, or a family relationship? 那么，我们该如何跟这种人打交道呢？要怎样做，才能顺利地和他们共事、共同维护家庭、工作或保持良好的亲戚关系呢？ Here are a few secrets to being able to keep your cool when dealing with that difficult person in your life: 以下几个小秘密，能帮助你在面对这类人时保持淡定。 1. Know Your Triggers 知道自己的底线 Self-knowledge is powerful. 自知之明是强大的武器。 We all have subjects and idiosyncrasiesthat push our buttons, and I can almost guarantee that the difficult person in your life knows what those are—but do you? Spend some time exploring what really ticks you off. Is it when somebody talks about politics, money, or your family? Is it when your ex takes your kids to McDonald’s 3 days in a row? | 
