How to dump an energy vampire

Life Kit · Jun 25, 2026 · 15m

Need some advice? In this edition of Dear Life Kit, we're pulling wisdom from the vast Life Kit archives to help you:

-Avoid energy vampires

-Set firmer boundaries with friends at work

-Navigate your own success when others are struggling

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