Battle Techniques:
Your Approach to Fighting

Once you are committed and prepared to fight a bully,
you must adopt a consistent approach to dealing with him.

Elements of Your Style in Fighting a Bully
Be calm, cool and collected	- If you are emotional, act as if you are detached - Speak slowly and clearly - Maintain a relaxed facial expression and body language - Smile to show nothing bothers you
Always be honest, sincere and positive	- Be honest about your intentions and desires - Always respond in a positive way, no matter how negative the attack - Put forth a positive attitude
Use a simple, powerful communication style	- Respond to most attacks by asking questions of the bully - Ignore the bully's words and address the underlying issues - Use short, simple sentences - Never explain your questions: just repeat yourself clearly - Ask your question, then stop talking (don't ramble) - Leave when the conversation has gone as far as possible - Listen carefully to his responses, then ask follow-up questions to seek clarity
Use humor when spontaneous and appropriate	- Use humor to diffuse the attack - When under vicious attack, act amused with a calm smile
Lighten up	- Don't take yourself too seriously - If you make a mistake, it's not the end of the world - Only people who have the courage to try are in a position to fail - By making mistakes, you will eventually do it right - By trying, you will eventually improve your situation

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