How to Instantly Disarm Someone Who Pushes Your Buttons

Jeffrey Bernstein

31 March 2025

3 min

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There is one simple, yet powerful, response that does three things—buys you time to regulate your emotions; shifts the dynamic from reaction to curiosity; and causes the other person to reflect on their words.

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Psychology Today: High factual reporting
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