self-depricating humour

Self-deprecating humour isn’t funny

By: Jacob Mattie, Peak Associate  It’s shockingly common to hear people say, “Of course, but I’m me, so [insert self-destructive behaviour]” or, “Oh, haha, no, I’m not smart or talented enough to do that.”  To start: what the fuck? In a conversation, it is difficult to respond to a line like that.  “Haha, yes, indeed you are the worst.” This is a weird dynamic that makes me feel like my high school bullies, something I’d rather avoid if possible. Alternatively, it’s pretty hard to argue with you, the foremost expert on yourself, about who you are. Would I be calling…

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