I agree with Shamou.
Sarcasm is something that I grew up with as a normal way of relating. It wasn't until the last several years that I even realized how destructive this can be. I think it can be light and funny...as in Seinfeld humor. What I continue to work on however is the tendency in myself to hide anger and resentment behind a facade of "humor". It can really prevent true communication when the sarcastic person doesn't even realize they may be behaving in a passive aggressive way. Believe me, I know this first hand. It's taking continued self monitoring to discover this in myself. Sometimes its so passive as to almost be missed. I believe the person on the other end gets it though...and feels the sting.
Great question and always good to look within for deeper understanding.
Blessings,
Pam
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