2007-01-27 10:15:15 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
EGO
They are self centered.
They are doing what is called "leveling the playing field"
when they put you down they think it builds them up.
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self esteem
Ignore this person and know that you are a good person and
Be true to your own heart.
If you are not seeking advice, just say-- "oh that's an interesting perspective!"
"gee I've never thought of it that way."
"thanks for sharing"
"hummmmm I'll have to check with a specialist on that"
"golly-gee"
people are always looking for validation.
Validate yourself!
2007-01-27 10:25:32 · answer #1 · answered by Lilly 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because THOSE types of people make themselves feel better about themselves by belittling others and building up theirs.
A common practice in all cultures who have people with low self esteem or those who feel inferior at some point.
Limit time spent with people like this and life will be grand !!
2007-01-27 18:57:25 · answer #2 · answered by Kitty 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
to make them feel superior to you and it makes them feel better, a defense mechanism to hide the fact they have low self esteem
2007-01-27 18:19:39 · answer #3 · answered by Arwen73 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know, but I'd avoid talking to them from now on!
2007-01-27 18:23:00 · answer #4 · answered by Helena F 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋