I was bullied as a kid and I still think this is a great article. I want to be able to tease my friends affectionately without being labelled a bully, or poke

I was bullied as a kid and I still think this is a great article. I want to be able to tease my friends affectionately without being labelled a bully, or poke fun at my partner without having people lecturing me on 'respect'. In fact, I totally agree with what was said in the article about couples who tease - I DO have a happier relationship with my partner because we know each other well enough to feel comfortable taking the piss, and can laugh at each other and ourselves. (Most people don't seem to understand the dynamic of our relationship, but we've been together for 7 years so must be doing something right :) )