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…

How to respond to “Geez, thanks for the confidence boost”

When someone responds to our well-intentioned efforts with a healthy dose of sarcasm, it can be…

How to respond to “Oh, joy, another opinion”

When someone throws a sarcastic comment like Oh, joy, another opinion into the conversation, it can…

What to say when they say “Yeah, because that’s exactly what I wanted to hear”

When conversing with someone who uses sarcasm, it can be challenging to respond effectively. One particular…

Responding to “Gee, thanks for nothing” with grace

Responding to sarcasm can be a delicate art, especially when someone says Gee, thanks for nothing…

How to respond to “Oh, perfect, because we didn’t have anything better to do”

When someone responds to your suggestion or idea with a healthy dose of sarcasm, it can…

What to say when they say “Wow, I was just dying to hear that”

When someone throws a sarcastic comment our way, it can be challenging to respond without escalating…