How to Deal With Rudeness
When you encounter rude people, do your best to maintain your dignity. That might make them madder, but only you have control over your own behavior and how you deal with them. And whatever you do, never let the other person's bad behavior provoke (激起) you into throwing your own temper outburst.
●Show empathy and sympathy.
This requires understanding why the person is being rude. For example, if someone yells at someone else in public (even you), you might mention that you've had rough days too, and you totally understand how he's feeling. Chances are, that won't calm down someone who is rude to the core, but if it's a momentary lapse (一时的失误) in manners, he'll probably apologize. Accept it and move on. If he gets angrier, let it go.
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If someone you can't get away from is consistently rude to you, have a conversation and address the issue. Ask him if he realizes that the things he says or does show a lack of respect for others. He might not realize he's being rude. If he cares, he'll apologize and try to be more polite. If he's a coworker or next-door neighbor, it's difficult to completely stay away from him, but you can limit your contact as much as possible.
●Offer extra kindness.
However, if you are able to keep your head up and set an example, sometimes the other person will eventually calm down and follow your lead. Don't count on this happening, but it might be worth a shot if you don't have a choice but to be around him.
A. Nothing is impossible to tolerate.
B. Call the person out on his behavior.
C. If he doesn't, then you need to avoid this person.
D. Here are some ways you can try to deal with them.
E. Remember, you are only human and it is OK to get mad.
F. There's nothing you can do to stop him or make him behave.
G. This might be difficult or even impossible if the rudeness is more than you can bear.
