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Evania
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Found a very thought provoking article and wanted to share.
aleteia.org/2015/12/14/resist-sarcasm-its-the-antithesis-of-mercy/
aleteia.org/2015/12/14/resist-sarcasm-its-the-antithesis-of-mercy/
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Justin_Swanton
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I like it. Sort of on the subject I have a golden rule for myself when posting on CAF: never use the words ‘you’ or ‘your’, i.e. never get personal with other posters. Examine and possibly argue against their points, but never cast aspersions on their character: “You don’t know what you are talking about”, “Your post clearly shows a lack of charity”, etc. etc.
I’ve never regretted my rule.
I’ve never regretted my rule.
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Petaro
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ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR AND HUMAN DECISION PROCESSES | NOVEMBER 2015
The Highest Form of Intelligence: Sarcasm Increases Creativity for Both Expressers and Recipients
by Li Huang, F. Gino and Adam D. Galinsky
Abstract
Sarcasm is ubiquitous in organizations. Despite its prevalence, we know surprisingly little about the cognitive experiences of sarcastic expressers and recipients or their behavioral implications. The current research proposes and tests a novel theoretical model in which both the construction and interpretation of sarcasm lead to greater creativity because they activate abstract thinking. Studies 1 and 2 found that both sarcasm expressers and recipients reported more conflict but also demonstrated enhanced creativity following a simulated sarcastic conversation or after recalling a sarcastic exchange. Study 3 demonstrated that sarcasm’s effect on creativity for both parties was mediated by abstract thinking and generalizes across different forms of sarcasm. Finally, Study 4 found when participants expressed sarcasm toward or received sarcasm from a trusted other, creativity increased but conflict did not. We discuss sarcasm as a double-edged sword: despite its role in instigating conflict, it can also be a catalyst for creativity.
This research suggests it is one of the highest forms of intellect. It can be unkind in that it mocks your opponent in debate, showing up lack of logic in a humorous way, similar to laying an intellectual banana skin. It is targeted towards an undecided audience and is a valid debating tool. Its use in domestic circumstances is contingent on there being few throw-able objects in the surrounding environment. It is poor form if used against a really stupid opponent.
The Highest Form of Intelligence: Sarcasm Increases Creativity for Both Expressers and Recipients
by Li Huang, F. Gino and Adam D. Galinsky
Abstract
Sarcasm is ubiquitous in organizations. Despite its prevalence, we know surprisingly little about the cognitive experiences of sarcastic expressers and recipients or their behavioral implications. The current research proposes and tests a novel theoretical model in which both the construction and interpretation of sarcasm lead to greater creativity because they activate abstract thinking. Studies 1 and 2 found that both sarcasm expressers and recipients reported more conflict but also demonstrated enhanced creativity following a simulated sarcastic conversation or after recalling a sarcastic exchange. Study 3 demonstrated that sarcasm’s effect on creativity for both parties was mediated by abstract thinking and generalizes across different forms of sarcasm. Finally, Study 4 found when participants expressed sarcasm toward or received sarcasm from a trusted other, creativity increased but conflict did not. We discuss sarcasm as a double-edged sword: despite its role in instigating conflict, it can also be a catalyst for creativity.
This research suggests it is one of the highest forms of intellect. It can be unkind in that it mocks your opponent in debate, showing up lack of logic in a humorous way, similar to laying an intellectual banana skin. It is targeted towards an undecided audience and is a valid debating tool. Its use in domestic circumstances is contingent on there being few throw-able objects in the surrounding environment. It is poor form if used against a really stupid opponent.
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Crusaderbear
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