Some people are directly aggressive, meaning they aren’t afraid to express exactly how they feel. And other people are passive-aggressive. “Passive-aggressive behavior is best described as a pattern ...

People who secretly envy you almost always use phrases like 'must be nice' and 'don't let it go to your head.' ...

Dealing with passive-aggressive behavior in the workplace can be tricky, especially when it shows up in subtle ways like eye-rolling, sarcasm, or quiet disengagement. Many of us have encountered it, ...

To stop passive aggression—in yourself or others—remember these words. As someone who runs a small business, I’ve dealt with my fair share of passive-aggressive behavior. You know what I’m talking ...

The phrases passive-aggressive people use without even realizing it can cause emotional harm and confusion. Just because someone might be expressing negative emotions in a subconscious way, that doesn ...

In Part 1 of this post, we defined passive-aggressive behavior and described the six-step process of benign confrontation, a consistent verbal strategy used to bring about lasting changes in ...

They sound harmless, but they’re not. And yes, you’ve probably said at least one of them.

Passive-aggressiveness is essentially fighting with someone else, but without directly inciting conflict. It’s a way to fight without admitting to your feelings so you can blame the other person when ...

Before we had gaslighting and narcissism, passive-aggressive behavior was considered a major faux pax. It still is and for good reason. But let's back up a second—what exactly is "passive aggression"?

Do you have a student who chronically procrastinates, sulks, underperforms, tests the spirit of class rules, and undermines your authority? Does this young person have a way of breaking every rule you ...

We've all had to deal with passive aggressiveness at some point. A boss raises a dismissive eyebrow when you speak, or a friend boxes you out of the conversation at a group brunch. But the lines are ...