“Only human stupidity and the Universe are endless. Although I'm not sure about the second one”- this phrase of Einstein is one of the most striking examples of hidden sarcasm. What is it? Sarcasm, examples of which are plentiful on the web, is defined as a biting, derisive remark that opens with a positive judgment, but generally contains a negative connotation. The object of a merciless and harsh statement is, as a rule, some phenomenon or person. And any examples of sarcasm everywhere express hatred and anger. People who use such statements do it either to influence others, or they are struggling with some unpleasant situations for them. A neuroscientist at the University of California named Katherine Rankin has proven that if sarcasm is hilarious and negatively snarky, then it plays an important role in people's social interaction. According to her research, people with damaged parahippocampal gyrus cannot understand sarcasm. It is also difficult to perceive for people with head trauma anddementia, which may cause their reaction to be completely inadequate.
Examples of sarcasm at work
A senior manager or department head uses harsh language to manipulate his subordinates. Scientists have found that a caustic remark from management activates the work of an employee and allows him to look at problems from different angles. For example: “Do you really think that this project will win the tender? I don't understand what is the problem? I am very surprised that a person who has received two higher educations hopes for a high appreciation of his scribbles by potential customers!” Or: “Darling, I see that your hair is shining and your eyes are rolling languidly, but this is a job, not a place for dates! And if you don’t want to get paid with cosmetics, then turn on your brain and look away from your reflection in the mirror, because there’s nothing to look at!” Just don't use funny sarcasm at work. Comments are needed that can make employees feel inferior and insecure, which will encourage them to improve the quality of their work.
Examples of sarcasm in family relationships
In family relationships, caustic statements have a place to roam. But in manipulating children, sarcasm should not be used, as it can be taken too seriously, up to mental trauma. Consider examples applicable in relations between the sexes:
"Oh no honey! You don't seem a little stupid to me! You're a little smart!"
She: “Darling, really, mynew dress beautifully emphasizes the chest? Him: "Honey, all I see is lung containers!"
He: “What is your zodiac sign? Her: "No entry!"
"Are all your spots hairy or just your nostrils?"
Examples of sarcasm can be given for a long time, because there are many of them on the Internet and specialized literature. If you wish, you can make your own list and use it depending on the situation. The better the sarcasm, the faster you can bring your opponent to a state of absolute inadequacy, when he, fearing new ridicule, will not even resist. As a result, his level of self-esteem decreases and a feeling of insignificance appears, which, in turn, leads to submission to the manipulator.
