not rise to the bait
not get angry or upset when someone tries to provoke you · not fall for a provocation
What's the situation?
Imagine someone is trying to annoy you with rude comments or unfair criticism, but you manage to keep your cool and not let it get to you. This phrase perfectly captures that moment of emotional victory! 💪 It means you recognize the attempt to provoke you and consciously choose not to react negatively.