Wow, I'm thinking you should keep writing down his comments and write a book, sorta like The Devil Wears Prada, but with a male boss instead.
And just another thought- I have this problem with hubby when I say a word that might not be the best word choice, like "O" instead of zero, and he says something like, "That's a ZERO!" all full of tone. I used to take that as he is saying, "You are so STUPID, that is a ZERO!" but knowing him better now, I realize he is all about things being right, exactly right, and he does not see the importance like i do of being kind when people you love are not exactly right- it's a different focus, is all. He is a good-hearted, hard-working person, so I persist.
I'm wondering if something similar may be happening with your boss. Not excusing him at all, I can totally understand why you feel as you do, but this may help you get through as he is at least cognizant of how his words and tone are affecting you.
Another thing i use with hubby, as he has this sarcastic humor that i take as hurtful sometimes, i turn it around and give him back biting sarcasm- among other things, I call him The Sarcasm Chasm, shuts him right up! Don't know if you could do this, as he is your boss, but maybe you could use it in other situations.
Take heart, you can make it through!
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