Before labeling someone "difficult", diagnose the specific type: are they anxious, ignored, or genuinely conflicted in interest?

Don't resist or surrender to worry — write it down and schedule a later appointment.

Morning, imagine losing what you have — to appreciate not take for granted.

Categorize worries into "in my control" and "outside" — invest only in former.

Delegate each task at one of five explicit levels instead of just "do it" or "don't".