Insult Somebody Creatively

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−	Creatively insulting someone is one way of delivering a quick comeback that settles a score or puts someone back in their place. Whether it's someone who uses insults constantly or is someone who doesn't know where to draw the line on making fun of you, a creative insult can stop the annoying behavior in its tracks.	+	Creatively insulting someone is one way of delivering a quick comeback that settles a score or puts someone back in their place. Whether it is someone who uses insults constantly or is someone who doesn't know where to draw the line on making fun of you, a creative insult can stop the annoying behavior in its tracks.
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	== Steps ==		== Steps ==
	=== Keeping Your Calm ===		=== Keeping Your Calm ===
−	#Think before reacting. If you insult someone without taking a moment to gather your wits, you'll probably just be plain defensive or come across as confused. When you insult them, take a small amount of time to think about it. Not too much or they'll catch on, but a long pause is just fine. If you're short on ideas use a previous insult and modify it. Chances are, they won't catch it.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 1 Version 3.jpg|center]]	+	#Think before reacting. If you insult someone without taking a moment to gather your wits, you will probably just be plain defensive or come across as confused. When you insult them, take a small amount of time to think about it. Not too much or they will catch on, but a long pause is just fine. If you are short on ideas use a previous insult and modify it. Chances are, they will not catch it.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 1 Version 3.jpg|center]]
	#*Take a few deep breaths (draw your breath in noisily if it helps) concentrate on what needs to be said and draw on your pre-rehearsed comebacks (see step 2).		#*Take a few deep breaths (draw your breath in noisily if it helps) concentrate on what needs to be said and draw on your pre-rehearsed comebacks (see step 2).
	#Create some insults in your free time. Think up appropriate ways to insult the different people who might insult you. If you have a starting point, the rest will come easier.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 2 Version 3.jpg|center]]		#Create some insults in your free time. Think up appropriate ways to insult the different people who might insult you. If you have a starting point, the rest will come easier.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 2 Version 3.jpg|center]]
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	=== Being Cool ===		=== Being Cool ===
	#Don't react. Instead, just smile and laugh it off. It will make the person wonder what they're doing wrong.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 4 Version 3.jpg|center]]		#Don't react. Instead, just smile and laugh it off. It will make the person wonder what they're doing wrong.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 4 Version 3.jpg|center]]
−	#Don't swear or resort to "Your mom!" or any other variants such as "That's what she said!" You can use "your mom" jokes to make them be quiet when they are coming up with a comeback to stop them, but they're not creative and people have become used to ignoring them.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 5 Version 3.jpg|center]]	+	#Don't swear or resort to "Your mom!" or any other variants such as "That's what she said!" You can use "your mom" jokes to make them be quiet when they are coming up with a comeback to stop them, but they are not creative and people have become used to ignoring them.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 5 Version 3.jpg|center]]
	#Revert the insult to the one insulting you. If you have a point of pride, and they tried to hit it, realize that it is because of their insecurities. If you then talk about how their insult would apply to them more than you, they are removed of this crucial power and you have pointed out that which is evident––they're projecting their insecurities onto you.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 6 Version 3.jpg|center]]		#Revert the insult to the one insulting you. If you have a point of pride, and they tried to hit it, realize that it is because of their insecurities. If you then talk about how their insult would apply to them more than you, they are removed of this crucial power and you have pointed out that which is evident––they're projecting their insecurities onto you.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 6 Version 3.jpg|center]]
	#Don't get mad. Find their points of pride and insult them on it. If they come up with a comeback, chuckle a bit then say, "It's a bit too late for sarcasm, but thank you." You must remain grounded in your apparent idea that they were complimenting you, they won't believe it, but it will make it harder for them to insult you effectively.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 7 Version 3.jpg|center]]		#Don't get mad. Find their points of pride and insult them on it. If they come up with a comeback, chuckle a bit then say, "It's a bit too late for sarcasm, but thank you." You must remain grounded in your apparent idea that they were complimenting you, they won't believe it, but it will make it harder for them to insult you effectively.[[Image:Insult Somebody Creatively Step 7 Version 3.jpg|center]]
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	* If they are insulting the way you are, you can say, "I'm sorry, I didn't realize you are an expert on my life and how I should live it. Please, continue while I take notes!" Smile while doing so and either it will frustrate them, or make them extremely confused.		* If they are insulting the way you are, you can say, "I'm sorry, I didn't realize you are an expert on my life and how I should live it. Please, continue while I take notes!" Smile while doing so and either it will frustrate them, or make them extremely confused.
−	== Warnings ==	+	==Warnings==
−	*Don't swear!	+	* Do not swear.
−	*When they start swearing, gaping, or crying, stop and leave them alone until they insult you again.	+	* When they start swearing, gaping, or crying, stop and leave them alone until they insult you again.
−	== Things You'll Need ==	+	==Things You Will Need==
−	*A quick wit that can be honed at most libraries.	+	* A quick wit that can be honed at most libraries.
−	*A firm center, which comes with self-knowing, and knowing where your insecurities lie. Come at the person with confidence.	+	* A firm center, which comes with self-knowing, and knowing where your insecurities lie. Come at the person with confidence.
−		+	==Related wikiHows==
−	== Related wikiHows ==
	*  [[Be Annoying]]		*  [[Be Annoying]]
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