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When someone talks to you in a condescending way?
Condescension is an insulting way of talking to other people, as if they were stupid or ignorant. Condescension is rude and patronizing. Treating someone with condescension is the opposite of treating them with respect.
How do you respond to someone who is patronizing you?
How to respond: “Remember not to take it personally,” Hehman says. “It’s not aimed at you as an individual and is probably even well-intentioned. So rather than take offense, assert yourself in “a calm, positive way,” she suggests.
How do you change condescending behavior?
8 Ways To Stop Being Condescending Toward Others
- Listen to other people.
- Remember that people learn different things at different times.
- Be humble, don’t overcompensate.
- Always ask first.
- Determine whether the other person wants your company or not.
- Are you actually being condescending?
- Be aware of your audience.
How do you deal with condescending people?
Although it’s tempting to give the offender a piece of your mind, remaining calm is the best response. Flying off the handle only makes the other person believe that their behaviour is justified. Also, be careful not to reply to a condescending person with more condescension.
What to do when someone makes condescending comments about your relationship?
If someone’s condescending comments are causing serious damage to a relationship that you value, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Marriage and family advisors, for instance, are trained in helping to mediate between people who are experiencing relationship problems.
How do you know if someone is condescending at work?
Aggression such as shouting, yelling and belittling comments are all obvious signs of condescension. However, people are sometimes condescending in more subtle ways, such as talking about people behind their backs or making fun of colleagues in the form of jokes.
Does being smug and condescending make you an important person?
Being smug and condescending doesn’t make you important. It makes you a jerk. I love when crazy people think they’ve had the last word and in reality, all you did was to let them continue to show off their pompous arrogance. You can’t fix stupid! Hold still while I strangle that condescending demon out of your throat.