According to Emily McTernan, taking offense is not merely a sign of sensitivity but a significant method of maintaining status and enforcing social norms.
In her talk, McTernan criticized the notion that taking offense indicates vulnerability, stating instead that it's a mechanism in social discourse.
McTernan emphasized that offense is often misrepresented as mere hurt feelings, misunderstanding its role in facilitating discussions and social norms.
She noted, 'To take offense is not to stop conversation; it's a move in the conversation,' highlighting the complexities of social interactions.
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