You do not need to spend years to identify if the person you deal with is toxic. You can do it in a matter of minutes. Use the hints below to help you see whether you should continue communication with the individual.

Here are a few things that prove that someone is toxic.

The person loves talking about himself/herself
If the person cannot help talking about themselves, it means that they are too selfish. They think that there is no one else as important as they. They are hardly ever interested in anyone else. A toxic person is focused on his own problems, wishes and desires. What you feel or think does not matter to them.

The person is sure you are less successful
A toxic person makes everyone believe that they are better than anyone else. They love to brag and boast about their career and private life. They exaggerate things and overestimate their importance. Also, they will never admit that other people are successful. They cannot stand it when someone is trying to compete with them.