Comebacks to use when someone says You Look Tired

-Compared to when?

This response subtly flips the conversation and forces the other person to clarify their statement. It challenges the assumption that you look tired and any negative assumptions this person may hold about you. It also encourages them to be more specific, which can help defuse the situation and prevent generalizations.

-Is this your way of offering to help me out?

This response is a bit more playful and can help to shift the tone of the conversation. It directly addresses the underlying concern that you might need help while subtly questioning the motivation behind the comment. It also helps prevent the conversation from becoming a one-sided judgment and allows you to explore the other person’s intentions and turn it into a more supportive interaction.

-What makes you think that?

This response helps you directly question the basis of their observation instead of passively accepting the comment. It redirects the focus from you and onto them and encourages them to consider their own perceptions and how they arrived at that conclusion.

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