Passive-aggressive tactics like stonewalling or non-compliance can have a big impact on your relationships, but these tips can help you address them.

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Passive-aggressive tendencies are disruptive, embittering, and capable of producing significant self-doubt and insecurity. Typically, individuals resort to these behaviors to avoid confrontation or ...

Passive-aggressiveness isn't a very desirable personality trait, but sometimes we can't help but let out a snarky remark. In fact, 82% of Americans say they have said something passive-aggressive ...

Call it hostile cooperation. Recognize it as compliant defiance. Feel the sugarcoating on the hostility. Label it what you will, but know it when you see it; passive aggressive behavior is a ...

Most of us are good at spotting overtly aggressive people. While it doesn't feel good when someone insults, criticizes, or belittles you, at least you know why you're hurting. But sometimes the ...

Romantic relationships require clear communication to thrive, yet millions find themselves entangled with partners who express frustration through indirect means. Passive-aggressive behavior — the art ...

Living with roommates isn’t about learning to share — it’s about learning to weaponize politeness. The real battles aren’t fought over rent and utilities; they’re fought in silence, in the kitchen at ...

Harriette Cole is a lifestylist and founder of DREAMLEAPERS, an initiative to help people access and activate their dreams.