How to shut down passive-aggressive behaviour?
Jordane Cummings
2025-07-21 16:57:31
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If at all possible, the best solution is often to limit the time you spend in their presence. Demonstrating that you value the passive-aggressive person's perspective may help if you are thereby addressing an underlying sense of insecurity. But you should not apologize for unfounded offenses or otherwise placate them. Although it can be tempting to react by being passive-aggressive yourself, expressing anger or frustration will likely spur the person to continue behaving the same way. But if you determine that confrontation is the best path forward, avoid being accusatory as you calmly explain how the behavior makes you feel.