When Someone Baits You?

To 'bait' someone is to intentionally make a person angry by saying or doing things to annoy them.

How do you respond to someone who is baiting you?

A fantastic all-purpose response is to simply say, “I hear you.” A helpful response when you're feeling baited is to repeat the other person's statement or question. Another option is to amplify what the other person said if it was negative.

What to do when someone is goading you?

  1. Stay calm and reasonable. Learning to stay calm and by not being goaded into a reaction is the first and most important piece of advice. ...
  2. Respond not react. ...
  3. Put the pressure back on them. ...
  4. Stand your ground and stick to your facts. ...
  5. Pick your battles.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.