Pāhonoa te oro

If someone tries to embarrass you in front of everyone , don’t defend yourself. Defensiveness gives them power,because they know they got inside your head. Instead, look at them calmly,Let a small smile break their rhythm, Say something simple — “Interesting point,”Then turn your attention elsewhere. That silence will do the damage for you.In psychology, it’s called status reversal: The calmer person becomes the dominant one,Control the energy, not the explanation.