Funny, laser-like observations here from Harris Wittels — standup comedian & writer on NBC’s Parks & Recreation. He’s got a Twitter page that follows those guilty of the humble brag: silly, whiny complaints masking a major brag.
“What I hate about a humble brag is that people try to come off like they aren’t bragging. It’s people not being honest about their intention. Just tell us you are at an exclusive party. Don’t hide it behind a complaint about your dress not fitting.”
Are the folks that do this deliberately stoking ENVY? Wittels thinks so: “I have realized that people do most things so they can tell other people about it. It’s all validation.”
Thanks to @lskonech for the tip on this WSJ.com piece!!
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