I've started reacting to people the way they treat me. If they're kind, I'm kind back. If they're rude or disrespectful, I respond in the same way. It's like a mirror now; I'm just reflecting their behavior. It’s frustrating because I want to be treated well, but I’m realizing that I can't just keep taking their negativity without standing up for myself. It feels like a way to protect my own feelings, but I also wonder if it’s the right