someone being rude? here’s how to respond…
Hey Reader, Here’s how to respond to rudeness without losing your cool: 1: “Did you mean?” Start your response with, “Did you mean?” Ex. “Did you mean for that to be insulting?” “Did you mean to come across rude?” This shows how you interpreted it and gives them a chance to clarify or apologize. Often this will prevent an argument altogether. (This also works very well with email and text. Example: “Did you mean for that text to be short?”) 2: “Sounds like you’re having a hard day.” When faced with passive-aggressiveness, try empathy. “Sounds like you’re having a hard day,” or “Have I done anything to offend you?” This tells them you’re perceiving something negative and lets them express what’s really bothering them. 3: Good ole silence. My personal favorite. Ignore it and say nothing. It’s the ultimate power move. Then just move on. And that’s how to handle somebody who’s rude to you. - J. P.S. Remember, how you respond to rudeness says more about you than their behavior ever could. Rise above it and keep your light bright. |
Jefferson Fisher
Simple, practical communication advice for your next conversation.
Hey Reader, You have great ideas in meetings. But when you speak up, people don’t take you seriously. Your ideas deserve attention, but they’re falling flat. Why? Because you’re downplaying your ideas instead of asserting them.Here’s exactly how to fix that: Next time someone asks for your opinion in a meeting, don’t start with “I think” or “I feel.” Soft language undercuts your credibility. So use predicting language instead like: “I predict…”“I anticipate…”“I envision…” It signals that...
Hey Reader, You’re mid-sentence, making a point. And suddenly they jump in with, “Well, you know what I think…” Just like that, they’ve taken over the conversation. Now what? In this week’s podcast episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to respond when someone talks over you—without raising your voice or losing your ground. Here’s what you’ll learn: The common (but ineffective) responses that actually make you look desperate What to say instead—so you stay confident and in control Why your...
Hey Reader, I don't know if I'm the first to tell you this but… You don't have to attend every argument you're invited to. Someone wants to argue? They’re handing you an invite. And you get to decide if you’re going. Get in the habit of declining with no regret.Here’s how to do it: #1. Decide if it’s worth it. Ask yourself, "Is this invitation going to teach me or cheat me of my time and energy?" #2. Shut it down. Say, "I'm not going there." You don't owe them more explanation than that. #3....