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What to Say When Someone Belittles You

2024/9/24
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This chapter introduces three strategies for handling belittling comments: asking the person to repeat the comment, questioning their intent, and using silence as a powerful response.
  • Asking someone to repeat a belittling comment can disrupt their attempt to control or get a reaction.
  • Questions of intent, such as "Did you intend to embarrass me?", shift the focus back to the person making the belittling remark.
  • Silence can be a powerful response, showing that the comment didn't have the intended effect.

Shownotes Transcript

Ever had someone put you down, but you weren’t sure how to respond? You don’t need to get defensive or fire back. There’s a better way.

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 strategies to handle belittling comments with confidence and control.

These strategies will help you stay calm, avoid escalating the situation, and hold your ground when someone tries to belittle you.

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