How do you make a rude person feel bad?
How do you make a rude person feel bad?
Stay within the bounds of politeness while also expressing yourself. After saying what you need to say, listen to the other side. There's no need to raise your voice to be heard. There's more power (and politeness) in being calm and collected.
What to say to someone who constantly puts you down?
Look him in the eyes and use a controlled, confident, clear voice. For example, if a peer insults you, take a few deep breaths and then calmly say, “Stop putting me down.” With a co-worker, you might try saying, “I don't like or appreciate how you are talking to me and about me.
How can I stand up for myself without getting fired?
It can be very difficult to stand up for yourself if you've spent your entire life serving others and taking care of your needs, or if your own needs, wants, and feelings were ignored when you were a child. It creates a complex web of feelings and emotions that can be hard to escape from.