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English version:
in the Bhagavad Gita and other teachings, Lord Krishna does give wisdom that can be applied to handling toxic people. While he doesnât use the modern word âtoxic,â he does explain how to deal with people who are driven by ego, anger, envy, and ignorance. Here are some key takeaways:
1. Maintain Equanimity (Samattva)
Krishna advises Arjuna to remain balanced in both favorable and unfavorable situations (Gita 2.47â2.48).
đ Applied: Donât let toxic people disturb your inner peace. Stay calm, donât overreact, and donât give them power over your emotions.
2. Detach, but Donât Hate
Krishna teaches the principle of detachment (Vairagya).
đ Applied: You donât need to hate toxic people, but you can set boundaries and detach emotionally from their negativity.
3. Recognize Gunas (Qualities of Nature)
He explains that people act according to their modes (gunas): Sattva (goodness), Rajas (passion), Tamas (ignorance) (Gita, Chapter 14).
đ Applied: If someone behaves badly, itâs often due to their inner conditioning. Understand this instead of taking it personally.
4. Avoid Bad Company
Krishna, in the Mahabharata and other teachings, repeatedly warns against dusanga (bad association).
đ Applied: If someone constantly brings negativity, itâs wise to limit contact. Like Krishna guided Arjuna to avoid Duryodhanaâs toxic influence, you too can step away when needed.
5. Respond with Dharma, Not Ego
Krishna tells Arjuna to act according to dharma (righteousness), not based on personal grudges (Gita 2.31).
đ Applied: Deal with toxic people firmly and fairly, but donât sink to their level. Protect your values.
⨠In short: Stay calm, set boundaries, detach from negativity, and act with righteousness. Krishnaâs way is not about revenge or hatred, but about wisdom, balance, and self-control.