How to respond - Deepstash

How to respond

Stay calm and grounded

Name the behavior without aggression (“I noticed you interrupted me.”)

Set clear boundaries (“Please allow me to finish.”)

Ask clarifying questions (“What do you mean by that?”)

Choose your battles — sometimes silence or walking away is powerful

Build a support system to validate your experience

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People often try to assert control without confrontation, using subtle tactics like backhanded compliments, interruptions, sarcastic tones, or dismissive body language. These moves are designed to shrink your presence without overt hostility.

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