I was re-reading some of Jacktenofhearts posts, (lets call this preventative measures to avoid regression), and one that jumped out at me more than others this time was this one:

https://www.reddit.com/r/marriedredpill/comments/30llge/comment/cpu13d6/

In particular the "Public Emasculation Shit Test". If you don't want to click on the link, here's a shortened version of the example I refer to:

Public Emasculation Shit Test: Someone mentions something about taking a wrong turn while driving, and she's off. "[You] is terrible at directions. This one time on vacation we got so lost it took us two hours just to find our way back to the hotel. Luckily I was navigating or he'd probably still be out there!" The group gets a laugh, and you get a chuckle, but you wonder why she needs to mention that story.

And if you then read dandar4600's reply, he gives some decent responses on how to handle the other shit tests, but not the Public Emasculation shit test. I get why, it's not really possible to "pass" this type of shit test, as you've already failed by not having her respect.But it got me thinking.

Considering you are still unplugging...

What in your opinion is the best way for unplugging beta's to deal with Public Emasculation?

My 2cs from experience, what kind of worked for me was Agree and Amplify. My wife actually used to do this to me, albeit infrequently. (She's stopped in recent years - since I got further down this MRP journey - go figure). The last couple of times it happened, I found that the less of a shit I gave, the more my responses tended towards exaggerating her story with something even more ridiculous I could have done. A public AA so to speak. I'll be honest, looking back it came across a little sarcastic and patronising, especially when done in front of others, so I don't consider it the best response. But I was right in the throughs of my "don't give a shit - signed John Rambo" phase.

Edit:

Just for clarity, I'm not looking for personal advice here. Consider this note swapping. I haven't read anywhere a decent way to deal with this kind of shit test. Inspire me with your creative responses.