Multi-select problem: How does the next paragraph end?

How to get rid of annoying people 
Don't react. 
Often people will bother you to get a reaction. Try to avoid blowing up or expressing your discontent non-verbally.

Select from the following. (a). Don't roll your eyes, make mean faces, or mutter things under your breath or else you might feed the fire. Remember that silence does not make you weak take a few deep breaths and focus on your breathing to calm yourself.; (b). This may send the message that you are uncomfortable or frustrated. Understanding what the person is feeling can help you counter their negativity and prevent them from bothersome you.; (c). In your interactions, try not to respond as if they weren't bothering you at all. Do your best to remain calm and collected.; (d). If someone says something mean, don't take it personally. Just try not to run away after someone jokingly makes fun of you or asks, " what's up? " don't give into their attention and accuse them back.;
(a).