Scans_Daily

Okay, first off, NOT a trained.licensed or therapist, so take these as suggestions only.

Some variables to begin with;

How close are you to this person?

How well do they know you?

What sort of emotional maturity do they have? Would they take the criticism well?

How safe is it for you to raise the topic with them?

Some of these are not nice things to think about, but may influence your decision about how to broach the subject and the setting you have it in.

If you have concerns for your safety but feel you need to raise the matter, make sure there are other people aroud, a public space if possible.

I would suggest sitting down with him and explaining that what he said was a sensitive topic with you and you don't want him to raise it again, or if he has to, to give you fair, and discreet, warning so you can withdraw from the conversation. How they repsond will hopefully tell you a lot about their feelings on the matter. If they agree, then fine. If not, then at least you've tried to do this the polite way, and you may wish to reconsider the future nature of your relationship with them.