Self-Deprecating Humor Deflects Envy Better Than Defensiveness

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If you achieve high visibility, envy will find you — the only real defense is making yourself harder to resent. Self-deprecating humor, laughing at your own criticism, and refusing to appear rigid or defensive all function as envy armor. Bezos and Musk survive relentless attacks partly because they don't take the bait and posture as serious victims.

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