Passive-aggressive Behavior

In Brief

“The Angry Smile: A deliberate and masked way of expressing covert anger.” ~ N. Long

Unaddressed passive-aggressive behavior inevitably escalates.

Tells

“I’m not mad,” “Fine,” “Whatever,” “I’m coming,” “I didn’t know you meant now.”

Quotes

“Expect and accept denial.” ~ S. Witso

“Passive-aggressive persons are known for verbally complying with a request, but behaviorally delaying its completion.” ~ Psychology Today

“You are what you do, not what you say you’ll do.” ~ C. Jung

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