The more you increase your emotional intelligence, the less you'll take things personally because you'll realize that most people aren't reacting to you, they're reacting to their own past, their own fears, their own struggles, their own bad days.
October, November, and December are the best months of the year. Navratri, Garba nights, Diwali, cozy weather with no sweat or humidity, tasty winter food and the comfort of hoodies and warm clothes.
If it drains you, it's not for you. Family, friends, co-workers, and acquaintances included. What's meant for you will nourish you and energize you, not drain you. That's how you know.
Work on those things people can’t take away from you. Those things like character, integrity, someone’s mindset, personality and one’s entire wellbeing. These matter the most.