When You Feel Disrespected
Someone corrects you in front of others. What should you do first?
Pause and stay calm before responding.
If someone believes something different than you, does one of you have to “win”?
No.
You’re asked twice to do something. What should you do instead of raising your voice?
Take a breath and respond calmly.
If someone’s tone is calm, how should your tone be?
Calm.
If you argue every time someone disagrees, what might happen over time?
People get frustrated or avoid talking.
You feel embarrassed after being corrected. What’s a better response than defending yourself right away?
Say “Okay” and talk about it later if needed.
Why is it okay for two people to think differently?
Everyone has their own opinion.
You feel annoyed because you were reminded again. What can you say that shows maturity?
“Okay, I’ll do it.”
If someone looks frustrated, what’s the smart move?
Stay calm and don’t escalate.
How does staying calm help people trust you?
It shows you can handle things maturely.
Someone says you did something wrong, and you disagree. What’s a respectful way to respond?
“I see what you’re saying.” / “Can we talk about it calmly?”
If proving you’re right could cause a fight, what’s the smarter choice?
Let it go.
If you’re not ready to do it yet, what’s a better option than arguing?
Ask for a few minutes calmly.
If the conversation is getting heated, what’s one thing you can physically do?
Step away or lower your voice.
If you walk away calmly, what does that protect?
The relationship.
You think someone is blaming you unfairly. What’s a mature way to handle it?
Ask a calm question instead of arguing.
You already explained your point once. What should you do next?
Stop repeating it and move on.
Why does yelling usually make the situation worse?
It increases tension and causes more conflict.
How can you tell an argument is about to start?
Voices get louder, people interrupt, tension increases.
Why is control over your reaction more important than control over the topic?
You can only control yourself.
You feel like you need to prove yourself. Why might staying quiet be stronger than arguing?
Because staying calm shows control and maturity.
What matters more long-term: winning the argument or keeping the relationship peaceful?
Keeping the relationship peaceful.
If someone keeps repeating themselves, what does staying calm show about you?
Self-control.
What’s one sign your body is getting ready to argue?
Tight muscles, fast talking, raised voice.
What kind of person do you want to be known as: calm and mature, or argumentative?
Calm and mature.