I am a man who appreciates trash talking.
I confess, I LOVE trash talking. I like dishing it out; I like taking it, but the most important, I like backing up my trash talking with some walking.
But sometimes people don't know how to trash talk, or WHEN to trash talk, or WHOM to trash talk to.....for those who are new at this or need a refresher course, here's some rules of trash talking to live by:
1. Do NOT trash talk after you have lost. It just causes embarassment for yourself as you no longer have a leg to stand on.
2. Trash talk about things that are not THAT serious: fantasy football matchups, poker tournaments (that have less than a $50 buy-in is the general rule), informal co-ed volleyball matches, vicariously through your sports teams (like if the bears are playing the packers, for example)
I confess, I LOVE trash talking. I like dishing it out; I like taking it, but the most important, I like backing up my trash talking with some walking.
But sometimes people don't know how to trash talk, or WHEN to trash talk, or WHOM to trash talk to.....for those who are new at this or need a refresher course, here's some rules of trash talking to live by:
1. Do NOT trash talk after you have lost. It just causes embarassment for yourself as you no longer have a leg to stand on.
2. Trash talk about things that are not THAT serious: fantasy football matchups, poker tournaments (that have less than a $50 buy-in is the general rule), informal co-ed volleyball matches, vicariously through your sports teams (like if the bears are playing the packers, for example)
3. Be confident in your trash talking. Make the best case for yourself (or your team) and just lay it out there. Bad name for a movie, but great name for trash talking: NEVER BACK DOWN. "I see your point" or "That may be true" are never acceptable; "You're just afraid of me" and "Let me know when you're ready to concede" are generally recognized ways to end trash talking.
4. Stop trash talking when people's feelings get hurt. Don't wanna be known as THAT guy. Unless it's your archnemesis who's had your number for years. Then talk until your tongue falls off.
5. Have thick skin when trash-talking. Nothing worse than letting your sensitivty get in the way of a good trash talking session. Your opponent's gonna throw everything he/she has at you to make you break. Your ability to stay stone-faced and immune to insults is what will allow you to retort back quickly with one of your own volleys, possibly neutralizing your opponent's attempt and putting him/her on the defensive.
6. Funny nicknames are icing on the top. If the other guy has Daniel Gibson on his team, it's your duty to lob a "Boobie" joke at him. Insinuate that Chad Ochocinco should change his name to Ochostinko.
7. However enjoyable trash talking is, DON'T overboard. No personal attacks. Enjoy responsibly.
Fantasize on,
Robert Yan
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