If they are mocking you, then let it roll and give them an abusive earful. And if you have to eat it by having no friends, then break whatever bars are imprisoning you and force yourself to make new friends. If however, they are roasting you, that is different. Only the best of best friends can roast you and get away with it. But, that is a two way street. I don't know if your personality (or theirs) can handle it....but two can play that game -- humble them, and don't be subtle either. ....lastly, I know aggression is probably not a good option. But that said, a good old F You! -- loud, obvious, and upset seems to do the trick in most instances. Sorry, I don't have better advice. Some people grow up. Some people on the other hand just grow old. From what it reads like in your post, your friends may be in the latter group.