In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Not everyone who is rude to you deserves a response. If she is clearly trying to drag you into a fight by being nasty, don't let yourself be pulled into a battle that serves no purpose. Resist the impulse to defend yourself in the moment, which ends up being a more powerful way of protecting yourself. This may be easier with an acquaintance than a co-worker or family member, but you still have the right to ignore someone who is being rude to you. If someone cuts in front of you while you're in line, this is rude. You can just ignore it, or you can be assertive. It depends on how bothered you are by it. However, if someone just doesn't say excuse me when he or she burps, that can be considered rude, but does not necessarily need a response. Being assertive is a middle way between being aggressive and being passive. Whereas an aggressive response may come off as bullying and a passive response may invite bullying, an assertive response helps you to remain firm in your convictions while allowing the other person to have her own space as well. One way you may want to practice being assertive is to practice speaking clearly and deliberately. Keep your voice firm and relaxed, but sincere. If someone cuts in front of you in line and you choose to say something, try: "Excuse me, Sir/Madam. Perhaps you didn't see me, but I was standing in line before you." how you feel. In addition to being a technique of assertive communication, it may be useful to explicitly communicate your feelings if the other person doesn't understand that they are doing something wrong. This can stem from multiple places, such as having mental illnesses like social anxiety disorder, or being on the autism spectrum. You never know what the other person does and doesn't recognize about what she is doing, so it's a good practice to be clear about how you feel. Try saying, "It hurt my feelings when you called me annoying because it didn't make me feel valued as a person." In addition to being clear about how you feel, it's useful to explicitly state what is acceptable versus unacceptable behavior. The person may not be aware of your standards for acceptable behavior in social situations. They may have grown up in a family where insults were regularly traded across the dinner table. If you are not willing to put up with similarly rude behavior, let the person know. Try saying, "It hurt my feelings when you called me annoying because it didn't make me feel valued as a person. Please be mindful of name-calling around me." It's important to distance yourself from rude and toxic behavior. Unfortunately, some of the rudest people actually target the most sensitive people. Remember that it is not your fault if someone else is acting rudely, even if they say it is. Each person is responsible for the way he or she acts, and you are not responsible for other people's rude behavior.There are methods of protecting yourself from the effects of rudeness however, such as: Talking it over with caring friends and family. If someone says something that hurts you, replay it with your loved ones so you can work through the attack together. Listening to your own voice. Don't let yourself be overcome by what the other person is saying to or about you. Take a step back and check in with yourself instead.
Summary: Choose whether to respond. Speak assertively. Communicate Be clear about acceptability. Shield yourself.

Problem: Article: There are strong arguments on either side both for and against clipping. Those who caution against it say that birds were meant to fly and we should not interfere with a parrot's natural inclinations. Clipping the parrot's wings deprives them of this basic freedom. Consider other options first. If you are planning to show your bird, it should never be clipped. Parrots respond very well to clicker training, and you can train your parrot to return to you when called. You can also use clicker training to modify unwanted behaviors, which can help your parrot stay happy and safe. If you are not willing to do the work to train a parrot, then you may want to reconsider if getting a bird is right for you. There are some dangers to letting your bird fly free in your home. They can potentially damage their feathers, knock things over, and consume things that they should not. Many household items can be dangerous to parrots, including toilets and other standing water, lightbulbs and stoves that get hot, ceiling fans, cords to blinds, and windows and mirrors. Ask yourself why you want a bird if you don't want it to fly or don't feel that your home is a safe environment. Consider that a different pet may be more appropriate. Parrots are quick and can take advantage of any open door or window to get out. Once outside, it may be difficult to get bird back if you have not trained them. With clipped wings, the chance of escape is reduced. And if your bird does get out, it's much easier to get them back. Bird wings should not be clipped until the bird can fly. Clipping too early can stunt the regular growth of the feathers. If you've never done it before, it's advisable to have your vet do it the first time. That way you can see how it works and then decide if you want to continue to do it at home.
Summary:
Ask yourself whether you want to clip your bird's wings. Train your bird. Clip the wings for safety reasons indoors. Prevent your bird from escaping. Don't clip a baby parrot's wings. Decide if you want a veterinarian to cut your bird's wings.