How to deal with people that are bad mouthing me?
Anonymous
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Jul 24, 2016
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The best way to deal with the situation is to: 1. Kill them with kindness. 2. Ignore them as a whole. 3. If either of the first two don't help, try referring to a school counselor, teacher, or parent etc. to help resolve the problem.
SoulEmbrace8
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Jul 29, 2016
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People will talk anyway. I believe that what others say about us is really none of our business. There are three images for every person 1-How he/she sees him/herself 2-How others see him/her 3-How she/he really is !
avanef
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Nov 17, 2016
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Don't listen to what they have to say to or about you. They eventually will turn their act around when someone with a higher power or authority says something to them and they will stop.
Anonymous
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Aug 1, 2018
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Just ignore them and go straight with your way. Keep doing your works, don't mind them. If they are so rude to you, talk with them directly and offer to stop doing that with you!
AngelOliviaHelper
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May 30, 2018
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Totally ignore them and tell yourself they're jealous and haters. Dont act back and make it worse, be the bigger person!
JennofBoston
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Apr 12, 2020
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It's important to realize that we have no control over what others do and say. What we do have control of however, is how we choose to react to them and the things they do. Some times the best reaction, is no reaction at all. People who do hurtful things are often looking for a response. They want to engage you, because this validates their actions in some way. So you may want to, instead of concentrating on the bad mouthing... consider working on how it makes you feel. You don't need to feel defeated, insecure, or injured by their actions. It actually says a lot more about them, than it does about you. I know that this is easier said than done, but there are some ways to increase your confidence and strengthen your defenses. One way that I know of from personal use is, exercises to enhance your self esteem. There are many sites online that offer free help with this. You could just google "exercises for better self esteem" or just about anything like that. You should also visit and try out the "Growth Path" here on 7 cups. It is designed to help you grow into a better version of yourself. It's very helpful. Another way to reduce any anxiety you are feeling about this, is to do "guided meditations". I often do 5 minute ones that I find on YouTube. again, they are a great tool. The general idea is, if you build yourself up in an organic and meaningful way, then the unkind things that people do will not be as effective in bothering you...and therefore, those people won't be as interested in doing them.
Anonymous
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Jun 25, 2016
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ignore them because once they realize they are ignored they will stop because they are not getting the satisfaction they are seeking
SeekApotheosis50
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May 3, 2018
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People who say unkind words about others reveal more about themselves. The best thing you can do is trust people to make their owl judgments
hopedreamlove
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Jun 26, 2020
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Stand your ground, but in a respectful, calm manner. Before doing anything, take some time to think and to be mindful. Hearing someone badmouth you can be really hurtful, and it would be understandable if you are feeling angry and hurt, however these emotions can lead us to do things we might regret in the future. For example, although at the moment it might seem like an idea to confront the person, or start bad mouthing them, these things can be more harmful than helpful. Starting a bigger conflict, or making it worse might not be the best idea. Instead, after you have calmed down at least a little, maybe privately talk to the person. Let them know how heading what they said made you feel, and ask them to stop. There is unfortunately no to guarantee that they will, and we cannot control other peoples actions, however, there is a higher chance that the person might stop if you are respectful about it, and not rude. Sometimes people who bad mouth each other or bully others are people who have gone through a lot themselves, and they cope by making other feel pain similar to how they did. That in no means makes what they are doing right, but getting angry or mean to them might just backfire and make things so much worse. My point is, speak your mind and stand up for yourself, but I’m a respectful way.
MsWhite
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Jun 30, 2016
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Somebody said, "Ignorance is bliss".
This holds true for your situation. Ignore them, they will eventually stop.
Actions speak louder than words. Prove that you are NOT what they say you are, through your actions. Eventually, your actions will outweigh their bad-mouthing.
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