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How do you respond to a toxic comment?
Read on for tips on how to respond to this type of behavior.
- Avoid playing into their reality.
- Don’t get drawn in.
- Pay attention to how they make you feel.
- Talk to them about their behavior.
- Put yourself first.
- Offer compassion, but don’t try to fix them.
- Say no (and walk away)
- Remember, you aren’t at fault.
Should we ignore toxic people?
Whether it’s negativity, cruelty, the victim syndrome, or just plain craziness, toxic people drive your brain into a stressed-out state that should be avoided at all costs. Studies have long shown that stress can have a lasting, negative impact on the brain.
What do you say back to hate comments?
5 Tips on How to Respond to Rude Comments
- Simply thank them for the engagement.
- Ask them to expand more on their opinions.
- Use witty quotes or a comedic GIF/meme as your response.
- Agree with them.
- Just don’t bother. Ignore the troll and delete the comment.
- Now let’s hear from you!
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How do you deal with the wrong person?
Realize you probably can’t have a reasonable conversation.
- Use silence or try to humor the person whenever you can. Know that you cannot “fix” impossible people. These people cannot and do not listen to reason.
- Avoid getting cornered into an argument. Don’t deal with the person one-on-one.
How do you disarm a negative person?
How To Deal With Negative People
- Detach. Remember that the way people act has nothing to do with you.
- Avoid Blame. Don’t blame, assume, or attack them.
- Respond Calmly. Respond the way you would want them to talk to you.
- Be Firm. Be firm with your boundaries.
- Find The Positive. Identify what gives you positive energy.
How do you respond to someone who comes on too strongly?
Rephrase — Say the words in a different, less negative way. Should someone accuse you of having come on too strongly in a meeting, you might reply, “I was passionate.” If you’re described as stubborn, you could say, “I’m very determined when something is important to a successful effort.”
How do you respond to a negative situation?
When responding to a potentially negative situation, facility with them can help avoid damage to an important relationship or disarm a threat to your credibility: Reframe — Cast the issue in a different light. Describe the other person’s words or actions in a way that behooves future interactions.
How do you react when someone is rude to you?
React to rudeness with kindness. Don’t let a rude person cause you to respond with more of the same. One of the best ways to defuse rude and negative behavior is to stay friendly and positive. This gives the other person a chance to calm down and adjust their behavior to match yours.
How do you deal with offensive comments in the workplace?
Think carefully about whether you want to speak up, weighing the costs and benefits of doing so. Recognize that if you are in a position of power, you have a responsibility to address offensive comments and create an inclusive work environment. Ask questions that encourage the person reflect on what they said and clear up any misunderstandings.