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The problem here is that there is a such a wide range of "I'm just teasing". The phrase can be a reasonable defense when someone is getting over protective or
by geebee 11y ago
The problem here is that there is a such a wide range of "I'm just teasing". The phrase can be a reasonable defense when someone is getting over protective or trying to inappropriately regulate someone else's behavior. On the other hand, "I'm just teasing" can be a way to justify astonishing levels of assholery. Both concerns are consistent with what I read in the article.
- nostrebored 11y agoPeople are different, and I'm pretty sure "I'm just teasing" is nearly never the appropriate response if the other person is upset. Either a serious conversation or an apology are likely the right approach if the person does not like the way that you're interacting with them.
- geebee 11y agoI agree. If you have to say "I'm just teasing", you've almost certainly done something wrong. I'd consider the phrase to be one of those things if you have to say it, you've already messed up. Kind of like "don't worry, he's friendly!"