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The name Karen, which used to once be just another ordinary name, has recently come to mean an entitled, rude person, and it can hurt a bit if someone calls you out as being a Karen. We’re here to explain exactly what this name has come to mean and give you advice on how to respond if someone calls you a Karen. While your initial reaction might be to say a snappy comeback right away, we’re here to emphasize the importance of staying calm and being honest about your feelings.
Things You Should Know
- If someone calls you a Karen, take a deep breath to stay calm rather than reacting aggressively. This shows them that their words don’t mean anything to you.
- Ask for clarification as to why they called you a Karen and honestly tell them how their comment made you feel. For example, “That makes me feel really disrespected.”
- The term “Karen” is often used to refer to people (usually white, middle-class women) who act entitled, rude, and/or racist toward others.
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References
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/hide-and-seek/201302/how-deal-insults-and-put-downs
- ↑ https://www.apa.org/topics/anger/control
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/hide-and-seek/201302/how-deal-insults-and-put-downs
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/blog/how-to-respond-to-rude-or-inappropriate-remarks
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/hide-and-seek/201302/how-deal-insults-and-put-downs
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- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/blog/how-to-respond-to-rude-or-inappropriate-remarks
- ↑ https://www.npr.org/2020/07/14/891177904/whats-in-a-karen
- ↑ https://guides.rider.edu/privilege
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