What to Say When Someone Undermines You #shorts
In this short video, Shanli Liu, CPA, CTP, offers three concise verbal responses and a non‑verbal silence tactic to use when someone belittles or undermines you. The first response, “How am I supposed to respond to that?” forces the speaker to stumble and often admit uncertainty. The second, “What are you expecting me to say?” challenges the underminer to clarify their intent, and a typical reply of “I’m not” shuts down any attempt to dismiss the comment as a joke. The third response, “How do you feel when you say that?” is a stand‑your‑ground question that invites reflection; the speaker then remains silent, letting the silence serve as a powerful rebuttal. The overall aim is to assert yourself, create discomfort for the underminer, and discourage future insults.
