When someone says “I Was Just Joking”
In this concise communication coaching video, the speaker presents three assertive responses to the dismissive phrase “I was just joking.” The first response, “Then be funnier,” challenges the speaker’s claim by highlighting the lack of humor. The second, “I’m surprised by that,” employs a power‑flip technique that forces the other person to question the statement, allowing the responder to maintain confidence and control. The third response, “It doesn’t sound like a joke,” followed by silence, treats the comment as an issue rather than humor, prompting the other person to either acknowledge their true feelings or backtrack. The video emphasizes using these phrases to shift power dynamics, assert boundaries, and encourage accountability when someone tries to dismiss criticism as a joke.
