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How to deal with them
This type of person displays a marked superiority syndrome with narcissistic traits. Ignore them. After all, they need to be the center of attention and demonstrate what they know. Not listening to them is a basic strategy that’s quite effective.
Be aware that they expect you to lose your temper. Thus, if you must respond, do so calmly. Be clear that you won’t tolerate any disrespectful demeaning behavior.
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Intellectual bully
People rarely mention this subject but it’s quite insidious. This type of person exercises a sort of moral authority over those they consider intellectually inferior. This style of arrogance often hides a clear superiority complex that leads, sooner or later, to clea...
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What are intellectual bullies like?
Intellectual bullies are children or adults with a higher than average IQ.
- On average, they behave disrespectfully and meanly to those around them.
- They have a great “verbal artillery”. That is, they’re good at verbal harassment and abuse and don’t even need to...
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Expect them to push back
If you stand up to someone with a narcissistic personality, you can expect them to respond.
Once you speak up and set boundaries, they may come back with some demands of their own or try to manipulate you. Be prepared to stand your ground. If you take a step backward, they won’...
How to deal with impostor syndrome
- Acknowledge the thoughts and put them in perspective: Simply observing that thought as opposed to engaging it can be helpful.
- Reframe your thoughts: The difference between someone who experiences impostor syndrome and someone who does not is how they respond to challenges.
How to deal with rude people
- If the person is unaware that they act like a jerk, have a backstage conversation and gently inform them that they've crossed a line.
- If someone is treating you like dirt because they believe that's how to get ahead, get out of there.
- If you are stuck in your situation, bu...
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