What type of people resort to insults?

There are some people out there--and maybe you've come across some of them--who communicate very poorly. In fact, their default way of communicating is via insults.

People who resort to insults are typically emotionally immature. They lack the tools to manage their emotions when disagreements arise. Some may dish out insults to assert their dominance and/or to feel superior to others.

Let's do a deeper dive ...

Here's a breakdown of the types of people who might use insults:

1. The Emotionally Immature Person

They are unable to regulate their emotions when confronted with a disagreement. They might lash out as a coping mechanism when they perceive they are being criticized or feel overwhelmed.

2. The Power & Control Seeker

These people insult others to establish their superiority, assert dominance, or demean another person. When they insult someone, they make themselves feel better and more powerful. And it's all at someone else's expense. They don't care.

3. Negative People

These people are often bitter, lack empathy, and are generally rude. They can also be patronizing and overly cocky.

4. Insecure People

These people often reveal their vulnerabilities by the insults they dish out. Pay close attention. For example, someone who insults a person whose hair is thinning, may be preoccupied with their own hair loss.

Now, keep in mind, not all insults are intentional. Sometimes, badly given advice or inappropriate sarcasm, can be viewed as an insult. This person may just lack the ability to communicate effectively.

When it comes to insults, there is no shortage out there. You have probably been the victim of an insult yourself.

Sometimes the best way to handle an in insult is: crickets!

Have you been insulted? If so, how did you handle it?