How do I know when I am humbling myself VS. humiliating myself
When someone is rude/disrespectful to me I always let it go because I am in no place to judge others, and I don't see the point in proving anything to them. I'm very aware of my kibr and strive to be as humble as I can, and I'm very thankful that I have a group of friends who are the same. I never get in arguments or fights with them and alhamdulillah we have a very peaceful relationship.
But, sometimes, I face certain levels of disrespect from others or family that feel wrong to let go. For example, I have a younger sibling who sometimes feels it's okay to swear and insult me, and the most I would do in response is tell them that it's not okay, but their behavior doesn't really change. To me, it feels like I'm absorbing disrespect and making myself look weak.
But again, I remember a story where someone spat on Muhammad PBUH and he still forgave him and prayed for him.
Is letting disrespect go always the right thing to do, or is there a point in which someone should stand up for themself and protect their dignity/honor?