Responding To Netizen's Comment

Netizens Comment: I was intrigued by the quotes you used in the issue of "why people tolerate bad behavior." What does it mean by" Be careful of what you tolerate ... you are teaching people how to treat you?

Response: Simply ...  with every rudeness and ridicule you put up and disregard ... with every boundary violation (such as nonconsensual touch, name-calling, unsolicited advice) you allowed ... with every emotional manipulation and control you give in or you gave up ... they are hallmark signs that you have given these individuals a free pass ... to do or say whatever manner they wants it to be.

You haven't set any personal boundaries with them. Tell them and communicate with them ... what you will and will not tolerate.  "This is what I am okay with ... and these are the ones that are inappropriate and not acceptable."

Effective boundaries protect your personal space, your physical and mental health, and your safety and security.

Until you stand up for yourself ... and you set limits to other people’s disrespect ... you’ll forever be at the mercy of their manipulation and control.