“Unmasking Resentment: 7 Sneaky Behaviors That Reveal Someone’s Hidden Grudge Against You!”
I’ve seen this scenario play out countless times in my counseling sessions and personal life alike—someone displays all the hallmarks of anger, but they’re doing it in the most covert, roundabout way.
It’s maddening, especially when you sense the tension yet you’re stuck questioning whether you imagined it all.
Passive-aggressive behavior, by its very nature, is tricky to spot. The resentment is real, but it doesn’t come with any direct admissions like “I’m upset with you.”
Instead, it bubbles up in small, underhanded moments that leave you confused or, worse, feeling guilty for even suspecting something’s wrong.