3 comebacks to use when someone is rude to you, Part 6

3 Comebacks to use when someone is rude to you, Part 6

-I expect more respect.
This response demonstrates self-respect while being direct and assertive. It focuses on your own feelings, needs, and expectations without mincing words. It helps you maintain control of the situation and set a boundary that you won’t tolerate rude behavior. It’s also memorable and simple to remember in the heat of the moment.

-Did I do something to offend you?
This response acknowledges the rude behavior without being aggressive and allows the other person to explain themselves, and potentially de-escalate the situation.

-Your rudeness doesn’t impress me.
This response is assertive, concise, and directly addresses the rude behavior without leaving room for misinterpretation. It is disarming and unexpected, which might catch the other person off guard and is also self-respecting, which implies that you have higher standards than to tolerate such behavior.

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Xo,
Dr. C