How to deal with mean people

There are some people that don't think before they talk. Some just want you to have a bad day, by saying mean things to you. The world is already a tough place to be in, so we should not have to deal with someone's mean remarks. Follow my guidelines and you will flip the script on those meanies.

Instructions :

Step1
If a mean person tries to hurt your feelings, take action. At first you may want to be polite, but if that doesn't work (which most times doesn't) move on to the next step.

Step2
I believe that confrontation is not the best way to deal with these meanies. That would be giving them what they are desperately craving for, "ATTENTION."

Step3
Humor Using humor sometimes, will work on some meanies. By using humor, you are showing that person, that you are not flustered by their remarks.

Step4
Laughter Another way not to give in, to a mean person, is by ignoring them. For example, someone may have said something mean to you (especially infront of other people) start talking to someone and laugh like you never laughed before. He will certainly get confused.

Step5
Don't show anger Try not to show that you are angry.When you get angry, i believe that these sick meanies get a kick out of it. They are insecure in some way and want to see other people sad, to make them feel better about themselves.

Step6
Playing the dipolmat, will sometimes work. For example, if someone is being mean to you, try saying, something like this, "How are you doing today? It seems like you are having a bad day today?" This may help them to reassess themselves.

Step7
Tell them to stop If all fails, you just have to give them a piece of your mind. Let them know that you will not stand for their insults.

Things You’ll Need: Humor, Good spirit and Strength.

Tips and Warnings :

Keep an upbeat spirit, even when you don't feel like it.

Act like you are talking to someone on the phone, through your bluetooth, if the meanie, comes up to you. After maybe 5 minutes of ignoring the meanie, turn to him and say, "Excuse me, were you saying something?"

Don't allow a mean person, to get yourself in trouble. Stay in control and don't lose your cool.

Source : ehow.com