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Noisy neighbors can make peaceful mornings surprisingly difficult.

The following story involves a woman who woke up to her troublesome neighbor talking loudly outside early in the morning.

Instead of confronting her, she used music, coffee, and positive affirmations to stay calm.

She had previously struggled badly with the ongoing situation but eventually found ways to effectively deal with the problem.

Isn’t that inspiring? Read the full story below for all the details.

What’s with loud neighbors?

This morning, around 8:30 am, I could hear my neighbor talking loudly to another neighbor who was outside.

I had just woken up an hour before that, and I didn’t appreciate having to hear her so early.

This is the neighbor who likes to cause trouble.

So instead of me yelling at her to shut up, I went on with what I had to do inside my house.

This woman found effective ways to deal with her narcissist neighbor.

I’ve found some coping methods that help when I’m stressed.

I listen to zen music on a Bluetooth speaker outside while having my morning coffee.

I remember there is karma. I remind myself it’s not worth anything to argue with a narcissist.

I read daily positive affirmations from an app.

She used to get affected so much, but she was able to overcome the problem with the help of the right people.

Back in early August, I was never this calm.

I let her ways get to me, to the point my mental health declined dangerously low.

No thoughts of self-harm, though. But I just gave up. I was mentally exhausted.

With the help of my counselor and close friends, I pulled myself out of that funk.

Aww… I feel happy and proud for OP!

It seems like she has found healthier ways to deal with a neighbor who repeatedly causes her stress.

Choosing not to engage and focusing on things that help her stay calm can keep a frustrating situation from taking over her day.

I hope we all learn something from her. Let’s find out what others have to say about this.

This user shares their personal thoughts.

This one uses Bluetooth earbuds.

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This person agrees with OP.

Finally, another one chimes in.

Sometimes, the best response to neighborhood drama is a cup of coffee and some zen music.