Leading with the Strict Father Complex: Step 4 - The Art of Sarcasm

By A. P. J. Brunstrom, Esq.

Step 4: The Art of Sarcasm

A key component of the Strict Father Complex is mastering the art of sarcasm. Without it, your authority will crumble faster than a cheap cake in the rain.

Here's an example: when your child asks you for a hug, respond with a stern, "Ah, you want a hug? You think you deserve a hug? Let me show you what a real hug looks like." Then, proceed to give them a firm, yet loving, pat on the head. This will teach them the value of sarcasm in emotional manipulation.

Exercises:

Practice your Sarcasm Face in the Mirror

Engage in a Sarcasm-Infused Game of 'Simon Says'

Develop your Sarcasm-Inducing Voice, a la Morgan Freeman in 'The Shawshank Redemption'