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“A lady walks into a high class jewellery shop. She browses around, spots a beautiful diamond bracelet and walks over to inspect it. As she bends over to look more closely she inadvertently breaks wind. Very embarrassed, she looks around nervously to see if anyone has noticed her little accident and prays that a sales person doesnt pop up right now. As she turns around, her worst nightmare materialises in the form of a salesman standing right behind her. Cool as a cucumber and displaying complete professionalism, the salesman greets the lady with, Good day, Madam. How may we help you today? Very uncomfortably, but hoping that the salesman may just not have been there at the time of her little accident, she asks, Sir, what is the price of this lovely bracelet? He answers, Madam, if you farted just looking at it, youre going to shit yourself when I tell you the price.”
About This Quote
Source Short story: Anonymous anecdote, 2020
A social embarrassment is amplified by an unintentional bodily function and a blunt, humorous response.
In simple terms: Embarrassment meets unexpected humor.
Key Takeaway
Maintain composure and use humor to defuse tension.
Themes
embarrassment
humor
social interaction
Mood
embarrassed
amused
Type
anecdotal
humorous
When to use this quote
- public places
- customer service encounters
- personal mishaps
Key Concepts
Social anxiety
unexpected honesty
Questions to Reflect On
- Would you respond with humor or retreat?
- How does humor affect awkward moments?
A Different Perspective
The response may deepen humiliation for some.
