Humor is an important coping mechanism and a powerful social bonding force, but sarcastic humor can cut two ways. Know when to use sarcasm—and when not.
1. I find sarcastic humor hurtful.
2. Sarcasm should never be used with young children.
3. I’d rather use sarcastic humor than direct criticism to voice displeasure with someone.
4. I wish others would not use sarcasm on me.
5. It can be hard to tell when people are being sarcastic.
6. People can think I’m being mean when I think I’m being funny.
7. Sarcasm is best reserved for people you trust.
8. It is difficult to know when sarcasm is appropriate.
9. I find sarcasm confusing.
10. Sarcasm hurts people’s feelings.
11. Sarcasm can create misunderstanding or conflict.
12. If someone can’t take sarcasm, that’s their problem.
13. Sarcastic humor is rarely funny.
14. Sarcasm is a form of aggression.
15. Sarcasm is a good way to conceal your annoyance at someone.
16. People know when I am being sarcastic.
17. I never use sarcastic humor.
18. Sarcasm is hostility in the guise of humor.
19. At least one person has been displeased with me after I said something sarcastic.
20. Sarcasm is never a helpful way of communicating.