I’m beginning to treat people just exactly how they treat me. Rant in simple words

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 approach. Update (2024-10-01): I’ve started to mirror how people treat me. If they’re nice, I’m nice back. But if they’re rude or disrespectful, I’ll treat them the same way. It feels fair to respond in kind. I’m done being the only one putting in effort or being kind while others take advantage. It’s time for a reality check for those who don’t treat me well!