2. Learn to use silence
The instant we realize that being silent is not a sign of weakness but a conscious decision, we cease trying to justify ourselves to everybody and begin reacting deliberately rather than impulsively.
In reality, if one is talking down to us, they do not deserve our response instantly—or even ever. Responding straight away means that we seem to be responding emotionally rather than with confidence.
Silence might communicate better than words do in certain instances, and it can set a boundary without creating an argumentative environment.
