Posted by TexasChic on July 4, 2006, at 20:32:12
In reply to Re: I'm very upset, posted by Deneb on July 4, 2006, at 20:03:11
Try to remember, you can't control what other people do, but you can control how YOU react to them. Maybe you just need to avoid that place for awhile until you can better control your reactions to this person (not let them get to you). A person can't bother you if you don't let them.
Of course, I know this is all easier said than done. But if you keep at it I know you can do it. If I can get over being upset with the bitchygirls at work when they're staring and whispering all day, I know you can overcome this person getting the better of you.
Oh, and another tip I've picked up. IGNORE THEM COMPLETELY. No response whatsoever. Just go on with your conversation as if they don't exist. Its really hard at first, but I've used this a few times now and EVERY time it made them crazy and me feel better. Plus they look like the jerk to everyone else, where as you come off as the mature person.
-T
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