What to say when someone says “I’m only kidding, don’t be so sensitive”

When someone says I’m only kidding, don’t be so sensitive after making a comment that rubbed…

How to respond to a tongue-in-cheek remark

The art of responding to a tongue-in-cheek remark. It’s a delicate dance, really. One wrong move,…

How to respond to a sarcastic “Wow, thanks”

Sarcasm – the art of saying the opposite of what you mean, often with a healthy…

When someone says “I’m just messing with you”, what to say

Handling Sarcasm with Ease: Strategies for Dealing with I’m Just Messing with You Sarcasm can be…

How to respond to “You’re too sensitive”

I’ve noticed that some people have this uncanny ability to reduce complex emotional responses to a…

Responding to a playful insult

When it comes to navigating playful insults, it’s essential to know how to respond in a…

The art of responding to passive-aggressive comments

When dealing with passive-aggressive comments, it can be challenging to know how to respond without escalating…

What to say when they say “No offense, but…”

Handling the infamous No offense, but… phrase can be a delicate situation. It’s like navigating a…

What to say when they “teasingly” insult your work (again)

Dealing with teasing insults in the workplace can be a delicate matter. While colleagues might mean…

Humorous ways to respond to “I don’t care” (without taking it personally)

When you’re in the midst of a meeting or conversation with your colleagues, and someone drops…