Irony is a great tool to deal with things. It's an intellectualization, a way to go above things, which can work.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Irony is the form of paradox. Paradox is what is good and great at the same time.
The great thing about irony is that it splits things apart, gets up above them so we can see the flaws and hypocrisies and duplicates.
People use irony as a defense mechanism.
Irony is one of my favorite aspects of life.
There are elements of irony in my work, of course.
I have wit in my work and a sense of humor, but I do not use irony in any way.
Humor brings insight and tolerance. Irony brings a deeper and less friendly understanding.
A vast percentage of the human race is literally not wired neurologically to get irony. Well more than half of humanity takes life at face value, which is to me terrifying.
Irony is the gaiety of reflection and the joy of wisdom.
I don't embrace irony, but I do think it's a pre-existing condition; we manage it as best we can.