Pretend You Don't Get It
When someone makes a joke at your expense or says something offensive, it can be challenging to respond without escalating the situation. Instead of getting defensive, try pretending that you don't understand the joke or the insult.
Ask them to explain it repeatedly, and they'll likely become uncomfortable and drop it. This approach allows you to maintain your dignity without directly confronting them, leaving them to feel awkward about their poor attempt at humor.
