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Most people react when disrespected. But the emotionally intelligent pause, clarify, and redirect with calm strength.
This simple 3-step response changed how I handle disrespect—and it will do the same for you.

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00:00Here's what emotionally intelligent people do when they're disrespected.
00:03Step one, they slow down, not blow up.
00:07Why?
00:07Reacting instantly gives away power.
00:09Emotionally intelligent people pause because silence buys clarity.
00:13Say this, I want to respond to this the right way, so I'm taking a moment before I do.
00:18Step two, they name what's off without escalating.
00:22Why?
00:23You don't let disrespect slide, you label it calmly.
00:26Say this, that came across more harsh than I think you intended.
00:30Is there something that we need to clear up?
00:31Step three, they set the tone moving forward.
00:34Why?
00:35Emotionally intelligent people don't just react, they redirect.
00:39Say this, I'm happy to continue this conversation as long as it stays respectful.

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