To have a conversation with someone, both of you need to actually listen to each other. Otherwise, a discussion might quickly turn into a shouting match, and nothing useful will come out of it.
Recently, TikTok user @brainwave111 asked women on the platform to share the most effective line they use to shut down men when they start getting too annoying, and thousands responded.
From top-tier diplomacy to creative insults, these phrases cover the full spectrum of how to flip a person, but with words.
#1
One time he was yelling and I said “okay, thats enough of that. let’s do some breathing exercises.” And then my 3 year old said from the living room “yeah, daddy has big feelings right now.” ‘then she came over and coached him on his breathing and I tried REALLY hard not to lose it.
#2
I see our cycles have synced.
#3
Just remember, “I’m here because I love you, not because I need you.” Queen
#4
‘I can only explain it to you I can’t understand it for you as well.’
#5
Do you even need me for this conversation?
#6
” I’d agree with you but then we would both be wrong ” then walk away.
#7
“I will not be disrespected by someone I lowered my standards for.”
#8
‘Is that something you really want to have said or would you like a minute to reconsider?’
#9
“For someone who eats the food I give him, and the drinks I give him so willingly and without question, you sure are bold.” I say this to my fiancé lol.
#10
I read somewhere once “I didn’t mean to make you so emotional.”
#11
I call him David. David was his father, and while we loved him, he was controlling and very conservative. As soon as my husband starts telling me what I need to do, if I spent too much money, etc… I say, “Great, thanks David, I’ll do better.” Pisses him off, but also makes him rethink what he said to me, and then he apologizes.
#12
“How does it feel to fail in the world that was built for you?”
#13
I loveeee saying “whatever makes you feel taller.”
#14
“Imma let you have the last word. It seems real important to you.”
#15
I accidentally screenshotted our conversation and sent it to him and I meant to send it to a friend he responded “?” And I said “so you can see what you’re saying makes no sense.”
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#16
“I like your simplicity when it comes to critical thinking.”
#17
I use my best Minnesota accent and say ” What’s going on hun? Ya okay? Ya need a nap or a snack?
#18
“I would explain to you why what your saying is wrong but I don’t have the patience nor the crayons to do so.”
#19
When we’re in a heated text argument I start liking my own texts.
#20
Or “if i was your mother I’d be so disappointed to see that’s how i raised my son” idk why it always strikes a nerve. I love it.
#21
You talk to me like I don’t have other options.
#22
I said “you know better” one time to my husband and he was speechless.
#23
One of my go to’s is “I love how committed you are to this alternate reality you’re in.”
#24
I tell him “when you’re ready to communicate like an adult you know where to find me.”
#25
“if I knew you were gonna act like my ex I would’ve just stayed with him.”
#26
“My second husband would never.”
#27
“Don’t let logic or reason stop you!”
#28
“Have you ever said that to a licensed professional?”
#29
“Has anyone told you that you’re doing a good job today? No? Well you should probably think about that.”
#30
“You’re the first person I’ve met that’s actually achieved their full potential.”
#31
“Please hold while I lower my expectations.”
#32
“Your voice gets really high when you’re defensive.”
#33
My husband kept leaving the orange juice pull tab on the counter and it was pissing me off so I asked him twice to stop, the third time I said “you are now choosing to actively disrespect me”. He’s never done it again.
#34
“Don’t argue longer than you can last.”
#35
“That’s a weird thing to say out loud.”
#36
“What’s your goal here.”
#37
Remember when I asked for your opinion? Me neither.
#38
“I’m shocked you’re comfortable saying that to me.”
#39
I’ve never been dryer.
#40
“Ugh I love that you’re expanding your vocabulary but that didn’t make sense.”
#41
“This is getting brought up in your monthly review.”
#42
“It’s someone’s nap time.”
#43
Apparently just saying “ok” after everything he says WORKS REAL GOOD.
#44
“Do you like having a girlfriend?”
#45
“That’s between you and your creator please don’t involve me.”
#46
My 4 year old told her dad “that’s a big world for Elmo” when he had told me I was exhausting.
#47
“Pretend I’m still here and tell me all about it” then I walk off.
#48
I just say nice pixie cut and go about my day.
#49
You’re really funny… I’m gonna miss that about you.
#50
“My dad would never.”
#51
“If you think that’s a good idea.”
#52
Today i said “you hate when i have an attitude but love to activate my attitude.”
#53
I also will ask him “spell that for me.”
#54
“Not ONE single person has ever told YOU to leave ME.”
#55
“That’s a weird opinion for your tax bracket.”
#56
“I love how confident you are just saying your thoughts out loud like that.”
#57
“And that’s how I know our mothers parented us differently.”
#58
“You’re making me realize i could’ve done better.”
#59
“I love that you don’t let your height get in the way of your confidence.”
#60
“Do you ever wish your voice was deeper?”
#61
“Mmm so that’s why” and elaborate on NOTHING.
#62
I make loud buzzer sounds.
#63
“Shall I write it in crayon for you?”
#64
“Do you ever wish you were athletic?”
#65
“Whatever floats your boat.”
#66
I’m sorry, I thought I was the girl in the relationship?
#67
“Why do you gotta make me be mean to you.”