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In response to
"how do you effectively interact with passive aggressive people?"
by
Epiphany
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Effect is usually a noun, while affect is a verb. So, effective is correct.
Posted by
David (aka David)
Nov 6 '20, 07:44
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I treat each person differently, depending on the nuance of the situation. I lead with kindness and try to give everyone the benefit of the doubt.
When someone acts out, my response can range from condescension to mockery to flat-out viciousness. And I don't like any of those things about myself. If someone needs to behave passive-aggressively, it means that they're going through something they must overcome. I should do a better job of helping them recognize that. But it's like point a gun at the Iron Giant. Sometimes, I go straight to nuclear, which doesn't speak well of my impulse control.
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