Quote by Tacitus

Abuse if you slight it, will gradually die away; but if you show yourself irritated, you will be thought to have deserved it.

Abuse if you slight it, will gradually die away; but if you

Summary

This quote suggests that if someone tries to attack or abuse you verbally, it is often better to ignore or dismiss their behavior rather than becoming visibly upset. By remaining calm and unaffected, the abuse is more likely to fade away over time. However, if you react strongly or appear genuinely offended, others may perceive that you somehow provoked the abuse, giving the abuser more power and enabling their behavior to persist. Therefore, staying composed and not giving a reaction can diminish the impact of the abuse and prevent it from escalating further.

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