We all know an arrogant person who loves to insult others, it’s time to learn how to deal with them.

Compassionate people everywhere. Whether they think it’s funny, or maybe they just don’t realize they’re doing it, it’s important to know how to handle the situation properly so they don’t drive you crazy.

Signs of a transcendent person

1. Full of themselves
   They think a lot about their skills and intelligence and often think that they are more skilled in a particular subject than people who have been specially trained.
2. Show off
   They love to brag about their accomplishments and will find any opportunity to do so.
3. Use of offensive nicknames
   They call you pet names like “honey” or “sweetie,” with the sole purpose of nurturing others and making them feel small and inferior. These surnames tend to be very gendered and exclude other races.
4. Always right
   They think they know everything and are always right, which makes dealing with issues with them especially difficult.
5. They love to advise people
   A condescending person is quick to give advice, even if you don’t ask for it.
6. Belittling others
   They put others down, are often overly critical, and gossip behind their backs.
7. Find the lights
   They enjoy being the center of attention and will try to find ways to get as much attention as possible.
8. Not taking other people’s feelings seriously
   They don’t take other people’s feelings seriously, and often ask people to “lighten up,” “go easy,” or “cool down.” These statements place the blame on the person being offended or upset and are an unfair way of dealing with other people’s feelings.

9. Love to correct others
   A condescending person is quick to correct others, often in public. It’s another way to feel better about themselves at someone else’s expense.
10. People’s boundaries don’t mean anything to them
    They don’t respect other people’s boundaries, and feel entitled to cross those boundaries.
11. Interrupting others
    They interrupt you, showing they don’t respect you or what you’re saying.
12. Irony
    They use sarcasm often, avoiding what they mean directly so that they can absolve themselves of blame if someone gets hurt.
13. Competitiveness and jealousy
    They don’t celebrate other people’s accomplishments and can get jealous when others succeed in their stead.
14. Asking for praise
    They often try to outdo other people’s achievements, give themselves more glory, and seek more praise.
15. Explain the obvious
    They explain things that people already know or are probably more skilled at, which is annoying.

16. They like to correct other people’s pronunciation and mistakes
    A condescending person will interrupt to correct pronunciation or to tell others they are wrong. This may sound like they’re being cooperative, but in reality, it’s completely unnecessary and makes other people feel uncomfortable.
17. Liking things “actually”
    They say they “actually” like something rather than just liking it, quickly devaluing the thing they like and anything previously done.
18. Drop the name
    They drop names as often as possible, letting you know how important and lovable they are.
19. Not apologizing
    They don’t apologize properly, instead using words like, “I’m sorry you feel that way,” or they completely deny that they intended to offend you, thus not apologizing at all.
20. Incorrect body language
    They may pat you on the head, crossing major personal and professional boundaries. This gives them a sense of superiority and is incredibly rude.

Why do people compromise?

It is very easy to tell if a person is condescending, and someone may present one or all of the above behaviors. However, it can be difficult to understand why someone might act this way.

In fact, there can be a whole list of reasons for a person to compromise. The bottom line of these reasons is that transcendents feel the need for power. They want to keep people feeling small so they can feel bigger.

Attuned behaviors allow them to feel this way, but it can also be a sign that they are insecure. Caring for people is protective, diverting attention away from people’s fears and vulnerabilities.

Why should you protect yourself from condescending people
Condescension can easily be laughed at, but it’s actually no laughing matter. While they may be trying to make themselves feel better, they are also making others feel worse.

Feeling undervalued or undervalued in the workforce can be destabilizing to mental health and well-being. That negativity in a relationship can be even more damaging.

A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that being with a negative person increases your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and metabolic disorders. So, while it may be easily overlooked at the time, the long-term damage is very real, which makes it important to deal with condescending behavior properly.

How do you deal with an arrogant person

It can be easy to snap when you are being nursed back, but fighting fire with fire means that the situation is likely to get worse. Getting upset gives them another chance to tell you to “quiet,” which makes you feel smaller.

Try to stay calm and follow some of these alternative reactions. These tips focus more on self-preservation than changing the arrogant person in front of you. It is important to remember that you are not responsible for changing others, you can only manage your own responses.

Take a deep breath before doing anything, this will allow you to stay calm and composed so your reaction doesn’t trigger them further. Don’t lose your temper and think before you speak.

1. Be assertive, without being condescending
   Be clear and firm about your boundaries without making her feel bad. Point out their behavior without outright blaming them and explain why their behavior bothers you. Remind them of your wants and needs, and let them know what you need from the relationship.

2. Be honest
   Defending yourself is very important. Be honest with the other person and tell them that their condescending behavior is unjustified, unfair, and insulting. They may not realize how their actions are coming from, so telling them can help them become more self-aware.
3. Pay attention to your body language
   Be aware of your body language and try to stay neutral. Crossing your arms, pointing your fingers, rolling your eyes, or approaching someone can appear aggressive.

Neutralize your body language and try to keep the length neutral. If they’re sitting, sit down, too. If they are standing, stand up. This does not give anyone the feeling of a higher ground in which you can speak as an equal.

4. Try not to get defensive
   Your choice of words is also important because being defensive can make the situation worse. Don’t tell someone they are wrong. Try to respond calmly and let them know you understand where they are coming from, but share why you think another approach is better.

If their way is difficult or impossible, explain the obstacles to them so they understand where you are coming from.

5. Ask for clarification
   Sometimes a person’s tone of voice or the way they say things can come across as condescending, but they are actually trying to be helpful. Asking them to clarify, while at the same time calling them out on the fact that you feel cared for can help with communication in the future.
6. If you are in the workplace, ask for support from the HR department
   Human resources are there for a reason, and if addressing the problem independently doesn’t help, it’s time to seek help elsewhere.

7. If you’re in a relationship, consider seeking professional help
   Compromising in a personal relationship can erode the trust and closeness that are essential for healthy relationships. Seeking professional help can be a way to process the relationship if it’s one you don’t want to let go of.
8. Smile and walk away
   At the end of the day, sometimes all you can do is walk away and let it roll off your back. ignore him. Condescending behavior speaks more about the person doing it, not the person being patronized.