To respond to judging and criticizing, speak as strongly, firmly, emphatically, and authoritatively as you can and let the energy of your anger support you: “Do you hear yourself?” “Stop judging me!” “Cut out the criticism!” “Enough of that.” “I don’t accept that.” “That’s nonsense!” “Please keep your comments to yourself.” “Mind your own business, please!” “This is not your concern!” Then disengage, leave the area if at all possible, and certainly don’t continue with a discussion. Further discussion dilutes the impact of your response.
