What if I chose not to respond to a disrespectful remark? That’s a tough one, for sure. Yet if I choose to respond I am throwing more wood on the fire. I don’t think anyone needs to stand still for disrespectful remarks. There is a simple way to do deal with it. Say nothing, turn, and walk away. Let the angry person swirl around in his/her personal pot of angry stew. When the situation calms down, it is important engage with the person who made the disrespectful remark.and say something like, “I felt disrespected yesterday. If there is a problem, I’d like to hear it in respectful words and discuss it civily.” Nothing more is needed. You’ll find out quickly if reconciliation is possible or if it is time to move on.