James' World 2

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 often blurred. I certainly struggled with this myself, which is why I spent much of my time at Harvard researching body language and communication.

I always recommend taking the high road, rather than firing back or being hostile. Here are three signs of passive-aggressive or childish behavior, and how to respond effectively:  (see article)