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How could we recognize a bad person? Culture and, in particular, cinema, give us a lot of advice, but they often turn out to be absolutely unusable in real life. After all, stereotyped scoundrels, with a look from under their brows and an ominous laugh, exuding evil with their whole appearance, practically do not occur in reality.

On the contrary, a really bad person, rather, will be incredibly pleasant in communication, will do everything to ingratiate themselves with you - and then, when they reach their goal, they will definitely do something harmful to you. But there is a wonderful science of psychology, and it helps, by the smallest, seemingly invisible at first glance, signs, to determine that you are dealing with someone who is not as good as they seem.

A thread starter appeared on the AskReddit community just one day ago, asking the question: "What is a subtle sign someone isn't a good person?" The result is over 15.4K upvotes and approximately 9.2K various comments. Now it will definitely be much more difficult for the villains to ingratiate themselves with us!

Bored Panda has compiled for you a selection of the most popular and useful tips from the original thread. Therefore, feel free to read, scroll to the very end, leave your own comments - and may bad people never cross your life path!

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#1

30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group They mistreat animals.

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And i was like WTF!!
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not big - hugeeee red flag for me, that and mistreating people who work on a jobs as servers, waiters, garbage men, etc

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Bmo
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wouldn't think twice about catching a charge if I came across someone abusing an animal. There's no way I can tolerate it and it's totally inexcusable. I believe it's a felony in my state no matter how small or large the situation was.

Sarah Kathrin Matsoukis
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's not even a flag anymore that's the red Jericho trumpet of doom

BeardedVulture
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People who mistreat animals are steaming piles of human garbage, without redemption. I will die on this hill.

AmAndA_Panda
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah that's not subtle. That's pretty blatant. You can not like animals (we won't be friends but you can not like them) but actually mistreating them is a huge red flag.

Aran Lindvail
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wonder how this plays out with slaughterhouse workers. Around here, there's a new scandal every week with video footage of workers electroshocking cows with broken legs. or cutting open animals that aren't quite dead yet. I think that capitalism is mostly to blame for that kind of stuff and the individual workers are stuck in an industrialized system that killed off their empathy by treating animals as a mass product instead of sentient beings. But everyone who wants cheap burgers and meat should maybe think about what kind of economic pressure they are creating and what that means for the treatment of animals.

Hutt'nKloas
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3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

@Aran Lindvail : Not all can or are willing to perform the killing or drive live stock to their killing place. Most work outside those places and dont really see what's going on. When you work on the automatic line to separate or pack the meat..........it's just like any meat in the butchery or supermarket. What I've heard about animal mistreatment there, it was absolutely frowned upon by most.

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Louloubelle
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I had to do a report on forensic psychology for college, and read the book "Mindhunter" (also a great Netflix series, that should have continued) by John Douglas. He basically started the BAU at the FBI, at interviewed many serial killers. With few exceptions, all had started off by torturing and killing animals. He said this needed to be watched. Some of the animal cruelty laws have been able to be passed because of this information. I guess for some it's not simply enough that it's reprehensible. But I guess however you get them to pass laws......

Cheryl Skina
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you mistreat animals, it isn't too much of a stretch that you'll mistreat people, too.

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    #2

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group Littering. It's not a violent act or anything, but it does indicate a lack of respect that usually carries into other aspects of the person's life.

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    DennyS (denzoren)
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think I posted this here a while back. I once threw a cup outside the car window when I was a really young kid and it haunted me for years. I have never littered since that day. It was so culturally accepted I never questioned it as a kid.

    Hill Branda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Littering is a sure sign the person doesn't think about anyone but themselves, in all aspects and actions of their lives.

    Bmo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw someone throw trash out of their car several months back and to this day it still angers me. If I would have been able to, I would have loved to pick it up and toss it back in their car.

    Seonag Udell
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saw someone do this on the internet. They were stuck in a traffic jam and some people through a load of McDonald's trash out their car window. Man in van behind them got out picked it all up and threw it back in the car. Words were exchanged.

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    TheDivineMsM
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pet peeve- people who expect others to pick up after them or just don't care. Do you treat your house the same way???

    Bubs623
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I asked someone that one time and then at a later date went to their house - yes, yes they did treat their home the same way. It was nasty

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    The Mom
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live 4 streets down from a convenience store and it is the exact distance it takes to eat a candy bar, a pack of chips, or drink a soda. Nearly everyday there is new trash on my lawn. Some people suck.

    Phyllis Turbin
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our quiet neighborhood tried to keep a McDonald's and 7-11, built next to each other, out of our RESIDENTIAL neighborhood but the city allowed it. Now we are over run by trash!

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    Paul Richards
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    people who throw litter are TRASH

    Vasana Phong
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree that doing this defines your character

    Demongrrrrl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a friend who casually tossed some trash in the ground. When I criticized this, she said "I don't care, I'm never going to have kids."

    Penny Hernandez
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My son, when he was an OTR driver and training new drivers, told each of his rookie drivers that NOTHING gets thrown out the window of his truck. If the other driver did that, they were turning around at the next exit and retrieving the thrash.

    Phyllis Turbin
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom would sweetly tell a litter bug, "You dropped something." 😏

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    #3

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group How they treat people in the service industry. When they act like they are better than waiters, fast food employees, or retail workers.

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    Bmo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I refuse to go out to a meal with someone like this. One I get embarrassed and 2, I feel that I need to stand up for the worker.

    Chris Hutchinson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As far as I'm concerned, anyone that brings me caffeine and cake is one of my favourite people!

    The Doom Song
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Retail worker here. Ex bartender and wait staff. I get treated like c**p all the time. My favourite was a lady who yelled at me coz her kids were asleep when I brought the kids meals out... at 9pm and they had been there since 5pm. I let her yell at me for 10 minutes and simply said "how is it my fault you waited this long to order the kids dinner?"

    Hill Branda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A person who is not nice to people who serve or assist them is NOT a nice person. If they are only nice because they HAVE TO be, it means they are by nature cruel and unkind. Run from them as fast as you can.

    MygrandsonscallmeNia
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I cleaned homes for 20+ years I also had my own cleaning service. I started wearing scrubs, because I could carry cleaning supplies in the front pockets of the shirt. Paper towels, dust rag, etc.. Until I started doing that, and people would ask what I did for a living, I got the; your gross look. Most people thought I was a nurse with my scrubs on, and didn't ask what I did for a living. I made, $10-$20 an hour. I could clean 3 homes a day. I would walk home with $75-$100 a day! I was making $500+ a week! I hired help, she made $200+ a week. People may look down their nose at a housekeeper, but I made more money than most people.

    Michelle C
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dad is like this and I hate going out to dinner with him whenever he and my grandmother want to get together with my sibling and me. I have definitely apologized to service industry workers before for his behavior and I wouldn’t hesitate to do it again if I needed to say something.

    Maisey Myles
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a date with an a-hole once who belittled our server. I was boiling mad and embarrassed. When he went to get the car, I slipped her an extra tip

    Sergio Bicerra
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I understand waiters and retail workers arenoverwhelmed and sometimes mess up, but as insay 'the time i becone perfect, i will demand perfection' and i'm veeery far from that. Tbh, i would be a very bad waiter: bad memory and bad balance, and reflexes of a rock.

    ItsYourTurn2ChangeTheLitterBox
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Going into a store and trashing it. Not Putting things where you got it from when u decide that you don't want it anymore, leaving your drinks and snacks on the shelves, yelling at workers who can't find specific items that are listed in stock because some customer has taken it and then dumped it off in a totally different aisle/section, etc.. Surprising fact: it is NOT a retail worker's job to pick up the customers leave trails of destruction. Their job is to stock shelves, tidy up their sections, provide assistance as needed. We can't do that if we're too busy finding misplaced items and cleaning up diapers and open drinks and chicken from the grocery section that someone dumped on a random towel shelf. It's just so disrespectful and self-centered.

    Christi Brown
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Golden Rule: Never disrespect the person who cooks, plates or serves your food. You have been warned and you are welcome.

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    #4

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group Their treatment of the weakest members of society including defenceless animals, the homeless and those in low service positions.

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    StrangeOne
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And those who are disabled, and young and old.

    Michelle C
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! As kind as I want to be and give the benefit of the doubt, I admit that it’s hard for me not to think less of someone if they treat someone they perceive as weaker poorly. I generally keep my distance from people who treat others like rubbish unless I witness them doing so personally; I will speak up if I see someone experiencing mistreatment or maltreatment on the basis of perceived weakness.

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    Duesvolent90
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had this one server that was clearly having a bad day and had like 10 tables. He forgot my food, then dropped my food on the way to our table and just kind of stood there wearing my food looking down. Then quickly came to apologize and offer free dessert. Yeah our $40 meal turned into $100 with him keeping the $60. People know they're having a hard time, they don't need you to berate them. Maybe they need to know someone appreciates them through their faults and failures.

    Jane Cortez
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because they have such sh**ty self esteem or are cruel… I wish all of the bad people would just spontaneously vanish. Wonder though, would the streets be more noticeably empty?!?

    Seonag Udell
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would probably be like when Thanos clicks his fingers only less people.

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    Deborah Harris
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Treat other sentient beings how you wish to be treated yourself. Regardless how a person/creature looks there is a soul inside them x

    Pan dulce
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Low service? I think that word choice is a flag.

    MygrandsonscallmeNia
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in a Very small town, Pop. 2,292. I try to help the homeless as much as I can... One man (I'll call him Kenny), Sleeps in a tent on the river bank, behind the stores on main Street.. He's Soo skinny, that it worries me. Everytime I run into him, I go to dollar General, and buy him lunch meat, bread, and pop tarts (I don't have much either). He's so grateful to get it! I usually sit with him while he eats, and talk. He has no one, his only brother, looks down on him, and won't help him. He's never drunk, or smells of alcohol, and never is high. He just has mental issues, and no insurance to get help. He needs identification, to sign up for anything, and the nearest DMV, is a 50 mile round trip.

    Hagen Radcliffe
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good karma to you for being a caring person. 👏🏼 Maybe a church can give him some help?

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    NeitherNor
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can actually also tell a lot about someone by how they handle and speak to a*****es too. My Granddaddy was the perfect example - he was the first to stand up to a bully and defend anyone who needed help, but he would never stoop to their level. He always remained a gentleman.

    Estelle Winwoode
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like this. Don't let adverse circumstances and vexatious people change you. Decide who you are and stay that way.

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    Ted Lang
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's funny OP thinks people in service positions are the "weakest members of society"

    Stephanie Did It
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I understood that to mean people in the most menial of jobs, i.e. janitorial workers, garbage collectors, street cleaners. That is, those most likely to be looked down upon.

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    Vicki Cunningham
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Abusers of animals and children especially should get the death penalty. Period.

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    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group Not owning up to their mistakes and always attributing it to someone or something else.

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    DrBronxx
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "if everyone around you is the problem, maybe you're the problem"

    Bouche Clay
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the mindset in prison. My actions didn't lead me here-- whoever told put me here. Or I'm here because I had a bad lawyer, or the judge put me here. After I'd been in prison for 8 or 9 years, a nurse asked me how long I had to go. I answered him, then said I deserved to be there. The nurse did a double take. He said he'd never heard anyone say that before. I still don't get that mindset. I broke the law, therefore I deserved the punishment I received. How can you change if you're not even willing to admit that there's a problem?

    Samira Peri
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sometimes the penalties are disproportionate.

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    Jen Weber
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a name for this. It is called external locus of control, where people blame things outside themselves for events/outcomes in their lives. Opposed to this is the internal locus, where people take responsibility for their own actions.

    Howard___fan
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so i have to divorce my husband now, great.

    Deborah Harris
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We had a supervisor who constantly did this..we used to call her Shaggy ( it wasn't me 🎵)

    Fritz Johnson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really, this is ALL politicians I don't think I've heard a politician take responsibility for anything they did wrong. That definitely includes Biden and the Dems as well as the Republicans. Please stop believing all the propaganda.

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    Vasana Phong
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mil, my husband grew up now with some type of trauma of how she treated him, stopped talking to her for 10 years because she was so toxic, gave it another shot, no go, as she denied everything, to move forward you got admit your mistakes

    Skadi Lifdis
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like the time it was my fault we deflated their expensive air mattress. Because a fishing hook, that was theirs, got stuck in the back pocket of my jeans...when I got into their truck. And didn't know it was there because of the way the pockets were made. But somehow it was my fault.

    DeeDee M
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I watch for this in a new relationship. 1,000 ex's and it was all their fault? Um no. The common denominator is you there, partner.

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    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group They don’t put the shopping cart in the designated area and leave it randomly in the parking lot.

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    Stephanie Did It
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm disabled and what really frustrates me is how far from the disabled parking spaces they place the cart corrals. I'm often exhausted when I come out if the store and I sometimes leave the cart in the area near my parking space, not to be rude but because I'm just worn out. Why won't they put cart parking near handicapped spaces?

    Mouse
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keep leaving them there. A cart corral so close to the door would take another parking spot away. When I see one left there I will always grab it on my way in the store.

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    kirsten
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to think this too, but then one day I saw a person who was clearly struggling to walk and was using the cart for support. Once they had put groceries into their car, they just left the cart by the car because they could not return it and walk back to their car unsupported. Is this true for everyone? No, but you never know what is happening in another's life.

    『Zipper Mom』
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s a different situation. If you’re physically unable to return the cart, no hard feelings. If you’re an able-bodied person who is too lazy to walk a few feet to put it in the right spot, then yes, you’re choosing to make someone else’s life more difficult, and it’s a jerk move.

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    Althea Armwood
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I kinda agree, however there are sometimes reasons why it doesn't get out back (received an emergency call, tummy problems, other sudden illness). We don't always know why someone does something we consider a jerk move like this so we shouldn't necessarily judge folks on THIS one.

    Taibhse Sealgair
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love telling this story. Probably about 15 years ago, I was coming out of a store and as I'm walking to my car I see the guy that's parked next to me push his cart directly behind me and go get in his car. But my timing was perfect, just as he closed his door I arrived at the cart, moved it directly behind him, jumped in a left in a hurry. :)

    Ozacoter
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This. Except that too many supermarkets dont have cart areas in the parking lot. As a disabled woman walking back to out the car is a difficult chore. I put them back because i am not a jerk but it pisses me when they dont put areas to park the cart outside.

    m.w.
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well... There is a very good way to teach it in countries where coins have worth - you need to put a coin to get the trolley from the corall. You'll get it back when you put the trolley back. Works like a charm.

    Nichole Harris
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is freaKing petty.... Sometimes ya just can't

    Microwaved Robot
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry, I have to step in here. I am disabled and have trouble breathing and walking. I don't ever leave my shopping cart nilly-w***y, I put it at the front of my car in the handicapped space. When I get done shopping 9/10 times I do not have the strength or ability to take that cart back to its area, unless I am parked right beside the return area. I have suggested to different Stores to have a Cart Area in front of the Handicapped parking spots. There always seems to be room to do this. And if you are wondering, how do I drive home...After an extended rest and hoping that my frozen items will not have to be eaten up that night.

    SmooshyFries
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Before I had kids, I always put the cart back. Once I had kids, If the cart corral was realllly close to my car, I would put it back. But No way was I walking away from my baby/babies to put the cart back. When they were teens, I sent them to return it but now they are grown up and gone, I'm back to always returning the cart.

    Oliver Thwaites
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    BuT iTs CaLlEd CrEaTiNg JoBs HoNeY!¡!¡

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    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group They have a habit of talking bad about other people behind their backs and spreading gossip and rumor. You can tell a lot about a person by observing how they talk about their peers behind their back. When a person occasionally vents by talking bad about someone (like their boss, or classmate) because of some unpleasant experience, that's okay. We all do it. But when a person habitually talks s**t about people behind their back, that's a big red flag.

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    LittlePiggie
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mama always taught me if they gossip to you behind others' backs, they'll gossip about you behind your back.

    Miss Frankfurter
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And I do ask them if they ever wonder what people say about them behind their back. Often followed by stunned silence.

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    StrangeOne
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's one thing to vent about a real issue. Perhaps someone else can provide an outside perspective or relate and have some good advice on how to handle it, etc. It's quite another to repeat very personal issues about people, and make false accusations just because "it's a just a feeling".

    Kat Lyle
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If someone is talking to you like that, they're talking about you like that. It was a sad moment when I realised that and lost a best friend. And she did.

    May Au
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This happened to me. Years ago. She wasn’t my bff, never was going to be. She was Jealous AF that she wasn’t even close to being in my top 10 list of friends. It took me while but Eventually, did figured her out. Thankfully she didn’t cause damage to my relationships to those that did matter to me.

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    anaisbananas
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *especially their own family/children. They are showing that they are only loyal to themselves.

    Kevin Felton
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When they talk smack about someone who thinks that they're friends that's a HUGE red flag!

    Sarah Stalder
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can know, for a fact, that person talks bad about you when you're not in the room.

    MygrandsonscallmeNia
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These people aren't happy unless their ruining someone's life! It's usually, because their life sucks, so they feel like they have to make everyone else's suck too. Because I was a mouse, I got it all if the time.

    Tamara Kroonen
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is what caused me two decades friendship. She habitually complained about her abusive boyfriend, then about other people, then, when another friend came back, those two complained and well...they called it complaining, but it was downright gossiping, about every single human they layed eyes on....I caught them gossiping about me, after some disagreements. I held my head high and walked away. I even warned them when the other friend came back to us 'cause I already had a history of them against me in the past. First time is a mistake, second time is oke last chance, this was the third time and bye bye cheerio. I now walk away after the first time someone complains about another person behind their back.

    Pan dulce
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! It's so toxic! Too much to do, see, experience than to waste life on that negativity. Good for you! Go have fun!

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    Potato Au Gratin
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a friend that has done this a lot over the years. There hasn't been one person that I have met through them that I haven't heard them say negative things about or tell me all their business about their personal lives they really shouldn't be sharing. It hurt our friendship, I stopped telling them things cause I assumed they did the same thing to me. They are very controlling so they noticed I started to pull away from the friendship and I have anxiety over conflict so I just kind of hang in there I guess. But I will forever have my walls up around them and it's really a shame because they didn't used to be that way. They even in recent years have recognized that they do this and say "I would never speak about you like this".. sure.

    Pan dulce
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would be hard to stomach for me too. Just because you're guarded doesn't mean you're not giving something to talk about. Those types will bend the truth or entirely make things up to satisfy that desperate insecurity & need for power. I would try harder to be busy when they call. Eeck. Good luck

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    Laura Mortensen
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are people at work who do that a lot and it's hard to listen to. I try to change the subject.

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    #8

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group When they talk about themselves then stop listening when u talk about yourself

    Chronicl-ill-Daniel , Jason Lander Report

    JMil
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dominating any and all conversations in general.

    3 Owls In A Coat
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to be like this in my teens! I learned to slow down and really listen to the other person, rather than listening to reply. Learned a lot that way :)

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    Danniee Gyrl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah. --- I had to stop taking calls from a person like this. She would always call me about her life problems, Kid Issues, or just her effed up life. However, when I needed to talk to her about an issue going on in my life, she would start a conversation with someone else in her vicinity in her home. ----I just stopped calling/taking her calls. I would text her that I am unavailable, each time.

    Demongrrrrl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a boyfriend like that. Only talked about himself and what he was interested in, and then tuning me out if I tried to say something about myself. I can't believe I thought I was in love with him.

    J Smythe
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or, when you try to talk about yourself, they find a way to redirect it back to about them.

    Allan D
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or if they interrupt you talking about yourself in order to talk about themselves!

    Kat Lyle
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or do the "me too" thing and go off on a story even though you haven't finished talking.

    Minath
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My neighbour is like this, we can be having a general conversation and I will mention something about me, she will interrupt me and start talking about herself before I can even finish a sentence. I've even told her how rude it is but it won't stop her.

    Sunny Topia
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can be considered as self centered while having a conversation. I also have a friend like this and it does annoying even though I am an introvert. Sometimes I can be extrovert as long as with people that I friended with. Sometimes, I will forget about the topic that I wanted to talk about... -_-

    Leo Zodi
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I myself have a bad habit of this and it isn't even intentional, I'm simply a bad listener, and unless it's written down or repeated multiple times I can't maintain much of what was said. It's really annoying and I'd like to fix it and listen way more but idk where to start

    Natalia Allen
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You already have started by being aware of it i'd say :)

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    MygrandsonscallmeNia
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Self centered, egotistical, me me me people! I can't deal with their kind! If I know, someone is like that; if I have to walk across lava to avoid them, I will!

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    #9

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group They believe that respect is earned but demand it immediately from you.

    GrilledCheeser , Pedro Ribeiro Simões Report

    StrangeOne
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those who say that are power trippers and place themselves so high up on a pedestal they think they're royalty. A lot of gangster wannabes and drug dealers act like that.

    Phil O'Brien
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Met a lot of them when I lived in a homeless shelter, they are so full of s**t! The real gangsters never ever were loud or obnoxious etc. Always quiet and looking in every direction.

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    Mobey Drunk
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Disrespect is earned, respect is the default. Treat everyone with kindness until they give you a reason not to.

    Christina Cairi
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    TY. Came to say the same thing. Also the premise of Dangerous Minds, iirc. Illustrating the impact that can have on someone.

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    Stephanie Did It
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Give some people an inch and they think they're a ruler.

    Gata Nick
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, respect is lost. You start by respecting everybody and later lose it for the POS's

    Poly Amorous
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For me, "basic human kindness" respect is a given, but anything more or less is based on actions

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    iseefractals
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You earn respect....by being respectful of others. It's not that hard, and frankly depressing that so many fail to understand this. If you're being disrespectful, in any way shape or form, you're not going to get any from me.

    respulero
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i hate that "respect is earned" thing. No, I respect you and everyone even if I dont know you. Its when I know you that you can lose my respect. Or people tshould treat like trash every person they dont kwon? Oh, wait...

    Leo Zodi
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll earn my respect in due time so be at least respectful enough to not act like an a*s for seemingly no reason if you want to earn my respect.

    robin aldrich
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a boss tell me that... I looked at her and said "well respect is earned ...I do happen to respect you because you're good at your job...but it can't be demanded." Don't think she liked that.

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    #10

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group Casual unnecessary lying

    Dense_Composer_8479 , Jean-Etienne Minh-Duy Poirrier Report

    JelliTate
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Insecurity. Takes a LONG time to get it out of your system. (The lying I mean.)

    Roni Kova
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've had problems with lying, even now. Casual things like how I got a scratch or what I did on a slow evening make me say "safe responses" on instinct. I'm working through it in therapy, but breaking the cycle is difficult. ESPECIALLY so for those who are lying as a trauma response

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    Sally Barry
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lying isn't necessarily a sign of a bad person. Little white lies are told in order to make things seem 'better'. Children learn to lie to deflect punishment. There are lies ('no, I'm not married, no I don't have kids, no, I'm not in debt!') and lies ('I have a terrible fever today, can't make it to your aunt's birthday'', 'I'd love to play videogames with you later'.).

    Nichole Harris
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Abuse victims not included??? Sometimes the lying skill is so necessary to survival Even lies that are unnecessary

    Nicole Weymann
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Technically "How are you?" - "Fine" qualifies. I don't agree with this one. Not everyone deserves the truth at all times, including "do I look good?" when there is nothing you can do about it anyway (say, with a dress that doesn't suit the person when you're already at a reception. Lying would be unnecessary, but saying the truth here would do more harm by making the person feel sad/hurt/insecure than lying does)

    Jose Ortiz
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always tell the truth even when i lie! - Tony Montana

    Abeja Rio
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That could be for many reasons, not necessarily the person being bad

    Sheepdude
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    SHUT UP I DID MURDER THAT GIANT CHICKEN DUCK WOMAN WAITING FOR US IN THE BUSHES OF LOVE

    Kikio
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As I've gotten older, I like to think I don't feel the need so I don't lie as often, but I still catch myself on occasion. A friend or coworker asks me something small, I tense, and I answer in the way I think will make them the most satisfied/leave me alone - sometimes it's a lie. Afterwards, I feel guilt, and I'm confused why I just did that. I know it was something I did as a child with my parents to avoid conflict. I wish I didn't do it anymore, but I'm working on it. Sometimes I really hate myself for this trait though.

    That nerd Zoe ️‍🇺🇦️‍
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me I'm sorry I do this I'm a teenager and I feel bad for doing it but I still do

    Sunny Ferragamo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're on the right path to getting rid of the bad habit because you admitted it, showed remorse, and didn't make excuses. Keep up doing that in your mind 👍🏻

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    AmAndA_Panda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband doesn't consider what he does lying, but every story he ever tells is exaggerated and dramatic. It's his need to be the center of attention. I know he does this when he tells stories to other people so I have a hard time fully believing the stories he tells me.

    Seonag Udell
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like to be dramatic, but more like "OMG it took literally forever" when it took about 2 hours.

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    #11

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group When they see someone else's progress or success as a threat.

    Aggravating_Gift_520 , Luke Jones Follow Report

    Ronda News Channel
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I found a quote in my native language that means 'Happy with someone's trouble and annoyed with someone's success.'

    mYst17
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's quite common, especially in highly competitive environments, but it does not make this right of course.

    that.bitch.mae
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm still trying to get out of this mindset but i don't think it's there cause I'm a bad person, I'm just hella insecure so when I'm feeling good for once, seeing someone way further ahead of me in life just throws me into a downward spiral, thinking about my life and if it will ever amount to anything if someone so close to me in age is already at a given level and it just stresses me out. I know that's not the response I SHOULD have but i have it and it's hard working on it

    D Battle II
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Be happy for that person. In fact, use it as inspiration to do better for yourself!

    censorshipsucks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what's the term for this? crab bucketing or something.

    Pan dulce
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think I know what you mean! I was told it was like lobsters in a pot of boiling water though. How they pull another down to try to get out. Only for them all to end up dead

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    Doggo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless it's sports, in which case other teams' successes are a threat to your team

    Kelen Cavalcanti
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, I've been like that a lot recently. Especially when my parents compare me with my brother, and it got worse after he and I stop being friends. Guess the best one can do is stay away, for your own sanity. Reaching our thirties is another moment of crazy competition inside our own mind xD Most important thing is not trying to sabotage anyone — including yourself.

    Mjolnir Stormbreaker
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Heck no. You ALWAYS celebrate other people's successes, and be there for them when times are bad.

    J Smythe
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Poor winners are just as bad as poor losers imo.

    Sunny Topia
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think its enough if you have 5% feelings of this. What I mean is atleast you have a reason to work on soemthing... unlike me rn I am in my comfort zone and I got no desire to succeed. It is bad. Sometimes negativity can teach you some bittersweet reality. 😌

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    #12

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group I've learned that when someone is claiming to be really "direct" or "blunt" or "honest" it is often a self justification for being controlling and rude.

    VerkinGhettoRex , A Healthier Michigan Report

    Doctor Strange
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those who claim to be brutally honest are usually more interested in the 'brutal' than the 'honest'. It is entirely possible to be honest without being brutal.

    iseefractals
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The truth is often unpleasant, tiptoeing around a problem doesn't serve anyone in the long run.

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    Lisa H
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I prefer it when people are direct with me, but that's because I suck at taking hints and reading social cues. That being said, it is definitely possible to be direct and nice at the same time. However, I definitely get what OP is saying here. Some people really are just rude a-holes.

    Simone Saur
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Power dynamics make a diff. One reason im brutally honest is after speaking my mind to authority/groups, ppl consistently thank me later for "beautifully articulating what the whole room was thinking but was scared to say". I'm pretty encouraging when ppl are blunt with me. Criticism isn't the end of the world. The quiet ppl are usually WAY more critical once you get to know them

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    Tamra
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's my mother-in-law. She prides herself on "telling it like it is", which is simply an excuse to be rude as hell. She's arriving for a two week stay in a few days. Yay.

    DrBronxx
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really really hate that sort of attitude- "I'm just being honest," "it's the truth", and "I just called it like I see it" are all just code for "my opinions are more important than your feelings."

    iseefractals
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    True friends, people that love you tell you what you NEED to hear. Sometimes that means telling you a harsh truth that spares you additional heartache in the future. Just because you want to do something doesn't mean you possess the capability to do so, just because you're angry or offended doesn't make you right, or someone else wrong. Yes, people who are intentionally out to hurt your feelings for no reason are insufferable a$$holes, but that's different than positing that your feelings are more important than acknowledging reality just because you dislike it.

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    censorshipsucks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not necessarily. Some people with ASD do not have thought filters and say whatever they think is true without realising others find it offensive. Source: I know about 10 ASD people and they all do this..

    CalicoKitty
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    True, but there's a marked difference between "I pride myself on selecting Mean Yet Vaguely Trueish things to say to people! I hurt people's feelings for fun!" and "I should warn you that I have no sense of social mores and no way to guarantee that I won't say something that might seem offensive."

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    Jill Rhodry
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some neuro-diverse don't understand that it comes across as rude, they're just stating facts and emotion is not part of it.

    Lisa H
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree, but I don't think OP is talking about people like that. There are people that use the tell-it-like-it-is mentality as an excuse to be a jerk who is unwilling but capable of changing their attitude.

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    Chich
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Grew up in an area where people tended to be more "tell it like it is" and have to say I much prefer it to other places I've lived where everyone gets offened when you do that but are quite happy to talk about you when you aren't around.

    Gerri Rupke
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly. I'm honest with people, without intentional meanest. That's the only way I know how to be. I'd much rather have someone be above board & upfront about things rather than lie or tell half truths.

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    MTNester
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also a self justification for spewing racism. Believe me, l grew up with this.

    GlamPilot
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am very honest and direct. But there’s a way to be kind, polite and gentle about it.

    Luz Henstra
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like this is also a big culture thing. A lot of people in my country (the Netherlands) are super direct. But it is normal. While in other countries I am considered direct and sometimes rude

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    #13

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group All their exes are crazy and nothing negative is ever their fault.

    forestfairygremlin , Christopher Bowns Report

    Hill Branda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If all their exes are crazy, you have wonder why they kept choosing to date crazy people.

    3 Owls In A Coat
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The instant I hear a guy say “my ex was crazy/psycho” I’m on guard.

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    ERIKA H.
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eh, this one can be true though, especially for abuse victims like myaelf. I grew up not know what healthy relationships looked like, so i only dated abusers who were indeed crazy. It wasn't until I went into therapy that I started dating (and now married) someone "normal"

    Danniee Gyrl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I hear this. I RUN. This is very RED FLAG territory.

    J Smythe
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People like that never see the common denominator - them.

    James Nero
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've dated tons of crazies, but it was how I was raised. Everyone is crazy, you just gotta find your level you are willing to deal with.

    Leo Zodi
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mostly dated online in my life till a few years ago when I stopped dating in general, most of the time it ended with them cheating and I believe that's due to most people not taking online relationships seriously.. How I use to be I probably also wasn't worth waiting for anyways. Now though I believe I'm in a lot better shape and all I need is to get my own place and I can get back in the game!

    Alana Voeks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People can have a bad time trying to pick others out, especially if they're gullible. The main focus is if the negatives never involve them. If they were "never wrong," they were usually always wrong.

    Jaime Blackwater
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Possible. I had an unfortunate tendency to wind up with narcissistic women due to my attraction to certain qualities. So yeah, do have a few crazy exes that were good at hiding the crazy for awhile.

    Andrea
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If all the exes are said to be crazy, then the craziest person is the the one calling them crazy

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    #14

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group When they don't say things like thank you or please. I just automatically assume people are a**holes when they can't do these basic, easy acts of kindness.

    Maco1ycyx , Panos Sakalakis Report

    Bmo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A few times I've had to repeat myself when I've said Thank You to someone and they don't respond at all. Takes just a moment to respond.

    Holvnn Olive Ntivuguruzwa
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some people don't know what to reply to thank you, especially the non English speaking, for ex in my language you don't reply to the thank you.

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    Stephanie Did It
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or if they frame their requests as a command, e.g. "wash my shirts" instead of "would you wash my shirts?"

    S Mi
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is one of the few that qualifies as a 'not so obvious' sign

    Josh Gilland
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also feeling entitled to a response is a bad sign too. This can be a self centered attitude. There are plenty of times people don't hear you or aren't even aware of your presence. People can be deaf, having a bad bad, shy, or listening to something. If you're doing the deed for a response you're doing it for the wrong reason.

    CalicoKitty
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Meanwhile my brain is screwing up and saying "please" at all three logical points in the sentence. Perhaps they could borrow some of mine, because I don't want them.

    Ozacoter
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or they don't say basic polite things like hi and bye. I always say hi to my upstairs neighbor and she barely even looks at me before closing her door.

    Stephanie Did It
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But you may never know how much those greetings mean to her. She just might be damaged and unable to respond. You just never know.

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    that.bitch.mae
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I say thank you or bye, I don't even necessarily need a you're welcome or bye back, a yeah or uh-huh would even suffice. Just any kind of acknowledgement

    Ryyde Cade
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm polite and respectful to all and generally say please and thank you too all, however I have manager who makes those simple polite terms feel belittling to me and it galls me.when I have to utter it to him

    b1t s3m
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a boss who says a lot of thank yous and pleases but is still an a*****e. cannot rely on this

    Alana Voeks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They may not be assholes. Maybe they have severe social phobia and it was a necessity they be out at that point, mumbled it, but it wasn't heard. Maybe they have ADHD and didn't even notice they needed to say something. Maybe they're in a manic episode and it's similar to ADHD.

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    #15

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group Passively aggressively insulting you in front of a group of people in such a way that you can’t say anything back without looking like you’re the emotional one even though you know that they intentionally insulted you to disrespect you.

    HackTheNight , Chris Fithall Report

    StrangeOne
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's sad our emotions are policed like this. F**k it. Get upset. Cry if you want to. Don't laugh. Our emotions are ours. Own them. The only reason people hate seeing you emote your true feelings is because it makes them uncomfortable. It makes them uncomfortable because they don't feel they're allowed to express their feelings outwardly, and don't believe anyone else should either. That's their problem. Don't allow them to make their problem your problem. They can leave any time.

    Pizzagirl 91
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, to be fair, there is a limit. I, for example, have no problem expressing my feelings, and you can put on any Pixar movie and I'll cry within the first few notes of the title song. Now, my mother has been going through extensive therapy for years, and has been discovering new things about her past regularly (hurrah!), BUT she often gets hung up on "insignificant" (to me) stuff she did, that she's sure will have messed up us children for good, and then she cries and cries, no matter who's with her (like my husband when she'd met him the first time), and I'm like - why cry about those things when you can do good in the present? And she and one of my sisters have a tendency to react very emotionally to things before they even know the whole story, like, my sister once left the family WhatsApp group because someone made a "joke" "about her" that turned out to be a movie quote. I'm all for emotional honesty, but also for not overwhelming people who have feelings of their own, you know?

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    Ashley Schriber
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the book on domestic abuse, "Why Does He Do That?" this style of abuser is called the "Water Torturer." These abusers are excellent at making it seem like they are perfectly reasonable and the target of their cruelty is the one out of control. It can really mess with people's heads to be on the receiving end of this.

    Argie Smith
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks for the book recommendation

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    3 Owls In A Coat
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh I hate this. It happens to me at work sometimes which is worse - it’s kind of like a “professional insult” so to speak (calm, just subtle enough that they can deny being rude), so if I have anything less than a professional answer, I’m the bad guy.

    Stephanie Did It
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a step parent that did this constantly. She not only blurted out personal things about me to family or company, she often outright lied and confronting her in front of others was against my nature because I hate drama.

    Estelle Winwoode
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a SIL who did this. Smarmy, sneery challenges. We don't see them anymore.

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    Logan Garwacki
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is like the teacher that would patrol the lunch room in elementary school he made fun of me because I had eggs for lunch and that my shoe fell off.

    Sunny Ferragamo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is pretty horrible for a teacher. I'm sorry.

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    Lisa Hathaway
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I avoid passive-aggressive people at all costs.

    Susan Cerchiori
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Perfect comeback for this,is to repeat slowly and loudly what they said and ask if you heard them m correctly, then ask them what they mean and why they said it

    Jenny Fullerton
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s my father in law to a T . Haven’t spoken to him for 10 years

    Tamara Kroonen
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If someone insulted me like that I would just say: "Ow gross, you are one of THOSE people!" and make a disgusted face.

    cathy hurd
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband is a great one for this in front of HIS friends and family.

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    #16

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group The common denominator. They fall out with people all the time but it’s always the other persons fault or family members don’t talk to them but that’s not their fault because they’ve done nothing wrong. It’s never them, it’s always everyone else is out to get them or is unreasonable, yet they’re the only common denominator in all the situations with all these supposedly shitty people

    Well_red_1431 , Pille Kirsi Report

    StrangeOne
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yup. Much of these are someone I know to a 'T'. I'm beginning to think she's not a very good person.

    Danniee Gyrl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was called the Common Denominator by my family. I was always the problem. Always the issue. ------------I thought this was true. I removed myself. -------Come to find out, they did not like the boundaries, I put up in my life. They did not like my boundaries. Made me seem like I was the problem and the crazy one. ----Maybe I am the Common Dominator. Yet I never blamed anyone for my faults in life. I understand when I am in the wrong, I try to correct my wrongs in life. oh well.

    Sunny Ferragamo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To truly be a "common denominator" situation you would have the same issues with friends, co-workers, and dates. This is why a diverse friend-group is important. I'm sorry your family gaslit you. Families usually have common qualities, they are a denominator in themselves (not necessarily bad common qualities though).

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    Deborah B
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Either they're the a*****e, or they've been habituated to abuse by their toxic family, and unconciously seek similar relationships. Judge them by their behaviour, not what you read in an internet list.

    A Thousand Years Wide
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My uncle! He made my Mom cry on the eve of my grandmother's funeral. In his head, it wasn't his fault but my Mom's "mental illness" that she doesn't even have! I'm sure he is still bitter about how 'he' was treated even though he was in the wrong.

    Sunny Ferragamo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People like this love labeling others as mentally ill to discredit their feelings. Even if someone is mentally ill, their emotions can still be validated.

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    Chich
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Always remember that when you are pointing a finger at someone, three are pointing back at you.

    JMil
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My biological father in a nutshell. The only one left in his life is his brainwashed wife.

    Shawn Mayer
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    FINALLY SOMEONE SAID IT. My narcissiatic momster causes all the drama in the family.

    Minath
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you're on a date and the other person tells you about how psycho all their previous partners were. It doesn't take much digging to find out who was the problem.

    J Smythe
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My sister, three marriages, two serious relationships, and in all five they guy was the issue. It of course had absolutely nothing to do with the fact that she cheated on, and with, each one of them.

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    #17

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group They demand forgiveness instead of asking for it. "I said I was sorry, it's done now. Get over it."

    MaliciousPorpoise , cottonbro Report

    Local foodie
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And even then, you are never entitled to someone’s forgiveness

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    Katie Lutesinger
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "So you're apologising?" "Yes, exactly." "Okay. I don't forgive you." "Um, I don't think you understand how-" "No, I'm not going to give you closure. You don't get that. You have to live the shitty thing, you did, for the rest of your life. You have to know that it's never *ever* going to be okay, and I'm not gonna be your prop so you can feel better! Now get the f**k out of my house."

    censorshipsucks
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fair enough if the thing they did was really bad, e.g. molest your kid, or empty your bank account, or steal and crash your car, or burn your house down.

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    Rider
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I tell my kids & partner sorry means nothing if you don't put in the effort to make it right if possible and improve yourself so as avoid it again.

    Sunny Ferragamo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's actually an "Apology Language" quiz by the same guy that does the "5 Love Languages". I think it really helps to learn what matters to the people you love. "Remorse", "accountability" and "restitution" were huge for me. I scored zero on "asking for forgiveness", I bet you might too lol I feel like that's asking me to do something, not another person apologizing. But I'm glad I learned some people might not mean it that way, and I can articulate what actually feels like an apology for me from them.

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    SMom
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forgiveness is mine to GIVE, not yours to take. Otherwise the word would be forTAKEness.

    Michael Largey
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People who are actually sorry change their behavior. It's that simple.

    Natalia Allen
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So true, constant sorry's mean nothing when the behaviour doesn't change. Actions speak louder than words.......

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    Alexia
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, I don't "get over it" at your command. It doesn't work like that.

    Danniee Gyrl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh man... I wish I could tell you how many times I have heard this from my cousins/family members

    Randy Klefbeck
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or they don't ask for forgiveness at all, because they never apologize.

    Jamyi Lee
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But what about when you have slighted someone and are remorseful and apologize and they "forgive" you and then use it in their arsenal against you for everything. When they could have in fact just gotten over it.

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    #18

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group can't respect boundaries

    _eggbuns , Les Chatfield Report

    D Battle II
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...but they demand you to respect theirs.

    Simone Saur
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hypocrisy is a bad cue since many boundary violators guilt trip u. I knew a rly bad guy, who mooched, and he would share with other ppl, so they felt like they owed him, but 95% of the time he was the person who was in need. He doesnt get to decide what boundaries other ppl are morally entitled to have. Every person decides their OWN boundaries when its THEIR territory. imo this is the #1 sign of a bad person and should be higher

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    Bouche Clay
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many family members seem to see no reason for boundaries. They always seem to justify themselves with, "but we're family!"

    Aran Lindvail
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This needs to be way higher.

    Lori Rommel
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree! This seems to be the common denominator among people I initially liked but ended up getting burned by. Most of them had (actual) crazy exes, (also people I knew, so I know they weren't lying about that; point being that stories of crazy exes are a less reliable indicator than the boundaries thing, at least in my world.) I hope that made sense!

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    Just Jeff
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like that there is a literal boundary in this picture

    kitten levels tokyo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seems like a lot of these could be grouped under HYPOCRISY.

    Simone Saur
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hypocrisy is a bad cue since many boundary violators guilt trip u. I knew a rly bad guy, who mooched, and he would share with other ppl, so they felt like they owed him, but 95% of the time he was the person who was in need. He doesnt get to decide what boundaries other ppl are morally entitled to have. Every person decides their OWN boundaries when its THEIR territory.

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    Melissa Piner
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Last year I found out that I became very clingy after my accident and crossed people's boundaries often. When I was told this apologized to everyone and told them to let me know if it happens again so I can learn and correct it. They never told me, and I lost some friends over it. I have a few friends who did decide to help me with this, and I'm slowly learning, but I still cross those boundaries sometimes.

    Simone Saur
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It didn't say that bad ppl cross boundaries. It said bad ppl don't RESPECT boundaries. You have obv respect for boundaries. Miscommunication happens. I'm guessing u have friends willing to put in this kind of effort cuz u have good qualities. Apology + asking for future correction is EXACTLY the right thing to do, great job. I'm sorry about your accident.

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    Alana Voeks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This could be ADHD also, or autism, but yeah, it needs to be trained into some people. People from families where they were the only kid can have this issue.

    Simone Saur
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know a few ppl with autism and all of them thanked me and like me for being hella direct. Said they often can't sense implicit boundaries--but the desire to respect them is all there. There is no excuse for not respecting boundaries, no bg that obligates u to go easy on someone.

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    #19

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group They share private information about others with you

    RaeDeclin , del mich Report

    DennyS (denzoren)
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh yes, That's private for a reason. The only people I confide in are my closest friends.

    Sally Barry
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    your closest friends, I am sorry to say, might very well spread your bidness no matter how close. ... I will relate my friend's dysfunctional life online in a group (I certainly do not use her name or any identifying word or even pronouns - all generics) in order to see what others have been through and how they sorted it out. To other people I actually know - keep,.my. big. mouth. shut.)

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    Danniee Gyrl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I learned a very valuable and hard lesson this way:--------This is why I am very careful, with whom I share my private information with. ----If I hear said person giving out Private Information to others, I steer clear of being personal with them. I only tell them the most basic information about myself.

    Shelby Minchew
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because they will do the same damn thing to you.

    Christina Macias
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The “you didn’t hear from me.” Type

    Alana Voeks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've forgotten more secrets than I would ever spill.

    Tamara Kroonen
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I never share any information with anyone, that a random person cannot know. I always assume all things eventually is blabbermouthed to other people.

    Sunny Ferragamo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn't you be missing out on true emotional intimacy though? It's probably good to find someone to confide in. The right someone.

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    Pittsburgh rare
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh totally. Got LOTS of screenshots of private conversations from an ex. So l started wording everything very carefully because l knew it was going to be shared. Sometimes l even sent regards to my readers, lol.

    Nichole Harris
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again this doesn't Cindy everyone.... EVERYTHING said to me it's shared to my spouse..... And vice versa.....

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    #20

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group Doesn’t help other people unless it benefits themself

    ERICxCARTMAN , Joe Shlabotnik Report

    SCP 4666
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Typical narcissistic trait

    Malina TinyKittenTitan
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People who throw around psychological diagnosis without education or overt use narcissist or psychopath or socipath etc. Irritate me.... just saying. But maybe that's because i actually have a degree in psychology.

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    Just Jeff
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like this is most people these days. Yes I am a cynic

    Kelen Cavalcanti
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sad how adulthood change us and lead us to this kind of act

    tl gmc
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doesn't this one depend on where you live? For example if you help someone medically in some states you can be sued and lose everything you have ,so a lot of people the would have help will not

    Sunny Ferragamo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the USA to not deter people from helping one another our "good Samaritan laws" protect those from liability who try to help others (with some exceptions for extreme recklessness like trying to put out a fire with more gasoline) but if you accidentally bump someone's head pulling them out of a burning car, you're good. You breaking someone's ribs trying to revive them with imperfect CPR you have only seen on tv gives them a better shot at survival than just letting them be (911 will try to coach you through CPR while they send help). I won't get into it here, but there are even specific situations where certain people have a duty to aid and may be liable if they do not. I'm not aware of a nation that doesn't have some form of laws that protect those who try to help others? I'm an attorney in the USA and don't practice international law though. Helping others in emergencies is really something society as a whole does not what to discourage.

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    Alana Voeks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Philosophical argument here, nothing is done selfishly. You feel good about helping someone else? Then it was selfish, because you feel good about it. (I'm not saying I believe this, it's just a common philosophical discussion.)

    Trinity Cottrell
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Literally everyone in my family besides me, my mother, my uncle and my Grandma that passed away 4 years ago.

    Nicole Douglas
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have the perfect example of this my boyfriend's sister hated their Uncle when he was alive he had issues like substance abuse and alcoholism. she would throw a fit if he needed to take a shower or he did get to take a shower but when he got cancer she kept telling everyone I just knew it was God telling me that I needed to take care of him and blah blah blah I don't think she ever apologized for the way she treated him when he was alive so when he was dying it didn't mean anything she only helps out if it makes her look like the good guy.

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    #21

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group They always have to be the victim

    TheMightySweater , Keenan Constance Report

    JMil
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People who constantly play the victim card are hard to be around. Do tell, what went wrong today and who is at fault? Never you, of course.

    3 Owls In A Coat
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My ex roommate flipped out on me one day (because she came home very drunk and high and couldn’t get the front door open because she was using her mailbox key lmao, accused me of changing the locks on her - I was in bed btw) and drunkenly packed her things and left one night. It was a week before her birthday. Stole all my towels. Apparently she’s telling everyone I kicked her out on her birthday. I don’t have time for it, it’s silly and kinda funny, and she’s not in my life anymore, but it’s one of my truly legitimate examples of someone in my life screwing themselves over and then playing the victim.

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    Stephanie Did It
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My friend was in a terrible accident, it's the worst thing that ever happened to meee!

    Adam Zad
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I didn't do anything wrong," "it was a perfect call, " "it's all political."

    *Displayname*=idk
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My youngest sister does this. I love her to my dear God, but it gets on my nerves. It makes bonding with her so much harder. I also can't unsee/hear all the times she's hurt me though the "I'm the victim now, not you!" System.

    J Smythe
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother. She was a narcissistic martyr and played all of us siblings off against each other.

    #22

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group Regular putdowns that are disguised as "jokes" EDIT: I think I need to be more clear here. I'm talking about "jokes" that they either carry on long after everyone else has stopped, or alternatively legit insults that they will *only* claim is a joke if you get upset.

    yeetgodmcnechass , Chris Hunkeler Report

    TheAquarius1978
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is desgusting, and this comming from a guy with a pitch black sence of humor, many Times a put myself down to promote a laugh ( fell free to check my comenta if in doubt ) i Mock myself before mocking someone else.

    ItsJess
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a very dark sense of humor, but I always punch up, not down.

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    Appalachian Panda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Schrödinger's arsehole: they decide whether or not it's "jUsT a JoKe" after they see how everyone reacts.

    Stephanie Did It
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Often used after blatant racist or sexist comments. "Can't you take a joke?"

    CalicoKitty
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "i hAve a DaRK sEnsE oF hUmOR, cAn'T YoU tAkE A jOKe" and yet they couldn't joke about themselves if you gave them an hour to think something up. Giving the rest of us a bad name >:(

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    StrangeOne
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If they insulted you with a back-handed comment you got offended about, then after seeing you are upset about it they start saying they were just joking.

    Asif
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hi, MOM! Looking at you!

    Sally Barry
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother figures prominently here, but none so much as this, 'You're so sensitive, you better toughen up, idiot, the real world is worse'.

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    J Smythe
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was friends with someone like this, she constantly took shots at me and passed them off as 'just kidding'. I finally stopped being friends with her as it was starting to affect my self-esteem.

    Samira Peri
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah yes, Schrödinger's A*****e.

    Amanda Hunter
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh my god it's a JOKE, get over it.

    Guin White
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The cruel, gaslighting followed by "it was just a joke"

    Mary Elliott
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like saying something mean and then calling it "a joke" makes it okay?

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    #23

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group If they’re dismissive of what you have to say or want to share.

    MarvelousJoe , Rui Fernandes Report

    JMil
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dominating the conversation. That look in their eyes when you know they aren't listening (in the rare moments they aren't talking) but only waiting for themselves to interject and talk again (usually about themselves).

    MidnaScape
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother does this, and she gets visibly irritated by the fact that I'm talking. But of course, she's never in the wrong.

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    SCP 4666
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the reason why I don't say or share much

    julie son
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this one is a bit of a stretch: just because somebody is not interested in you or what you have to say doesn't make them a bad person.

    Jamyi Lee
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I interrupt a lot. It's ADHD I swear. Im never talking about me either because honestly there isn't much to know.

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    #24

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group A lot of these are kind of blatant. To me a really subtle clue is when people are unable to be happy for others the moment things go wrong with their own life. Less obvious than people who fail to empathize with pain, and also less obvious than people who dismiss or minimize accomplishments, but ultimately indicative of the same empathy deficiency. Specifically in acquaintanceships and close friendships. “I don’t want to hear about your fiancé proposing to you when my boyfriend just dumped me” sucks, and so does “Your fiancé proposed after 3 years and you’re going on a Hawaii honeymoon? That’s so nice for you sweetie, mine proposed after 2 years and we went on a tour around Europe for 3 months” “I don’t care about your divorce because I’ve been through 3 divorces” is obviously a s**tty attitude, and “I care about your feelings about this divorce even though I’m also divorced” is basic decency. What I look for (and try very hard to be) sounds like: “I’m happy that you are experiencing career success even though I am unhappy at my job” -I’m able to hear your joy without my eyes glazing over + my mind wandering to my apartment’s ant issue. “If I compare myself to you this is painful to hear, but really what that means is you’re experiencing wonderful things, which I want for you” “Even though I’m cold and hangry, I’m not going to bring anyone else’s mood down.”

    ScheherazadeSmiled , SevenStorm JUHASZIMRUS Report

    Luna Crow
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait, “I don’t want to hear about your fiancé proposing to you when my boyfriend just dumped me” ... So, we're putting all of the "suck it up and be nice" on the person experiencing a hardship? Shouldn't the happy person who wants to share maybe also take some responsibility in sharing in appropriate avenues? I wouldn't insist on showing pictures of my new puppy to someone whose dog just died, for example

    Sara M
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was thinking the same thing. If my friend is going through a hard time I'll do my best not to make them feel worse by bragging about my successes. Like I get what the OP is saying but sometimes it's ok to lack empathy when you're having a rough time.

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    Miss Frankfurter
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about just plain old “That’s great! I’m really happy for you.” “It’s so nice that things are starting to go well”. Put a smile on your face when you say it, leave it at that and wait until you get home to mail in your Oscar nomination.

    Richard Reese
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This why I can't watch sports. I want both teams to do well.

    AmAndA_Panda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is my mother. "Oh you have the flu? Well I haven't gone to the doctor but I'm pretty sure I have pneumonia. You got a raise? Oh well when I was your age I was district manager and basically ran the company."

    Patty O
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother too. Tell her something and the first words out of her mouth are "well that's nothing" and then goes on to telling how bad she had it.

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    Ozacoter
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know a woman like this. Her life is really good, high salary, she has savings, she could afford a house by herself... But she feels that she is the eternal victim and has 0 empathy for others

    Cassi Lyris
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Avoid people who think pain is a competition. It shows they have no empathy. Physical pain, mental pain, emotional pain, it's not a contest.

    Mike Soigne
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's turn this one around: sh*tty person = successful or whatever, yet completely oblivious to hardship of others, most notably during COVID-19 pandemic. Not all of U.S. received "paycheck protection," or could work from home; or our work, which may've once been face-to-face has been replaced by ZOOM meetings and "auto-signing." There's nothing worse than "Walking On Sunshine" yet OBLIVIOUS "friend." I don't resent the success or happiness of friends, but after nearly 2 years stuck at home, and "things" really ARE NOT back to normal, I'm not all that "happy for them" just because they can FLY/VACATION again. "Gee, that's nice for you -- can't wait to see the pix on Facebook. BTW, my bank account is empty." 🙃

    Laurora Borealis
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They perceive setbacks to be connected with circumstances and success with personality when it comes to themselves, but will perceive setbacks connected with personality and success with circumstances when it comes to others

    the versifier
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only if they want to be your friend. I do this when I don't care and want them to leave me alone. No obligation to be happy for people who have no part in my personal life

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    #25

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group When they flip every criticism back on you

    Harper3525 , Charles Nadeau Report

    meow point1
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought that was making someone think they're delusional.

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    Zelda Fitzgerald
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how tweaker this picture looks

    Robyn Bowns
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tall and quite skinny looking is my families natural condition. It's genetic. Abe Lincoln had it. Skinny shaming is just as ugly as fat shaming.....

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    SCamp
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or can’t take criticism but are very quick to judge others

    Selya_A
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow this is so my ex. Whenever I wanted to confront him I ended up needing to apologize. Needles to say we are over:)

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    Alana Voeks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh hey, all of the times I've tried bringing up something that bothers me about what someone is doing, I've always gotten this in response. Using "I feel" statements don't work if the person is already upset or thinks they're right.

    Shelby Minchew
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seriously. Accountability: Try it sometime!

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    #26

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group “Only God can judge me” tattooed anywhere on their body. I should’ve known…….

    Emergency_Brain902 , Matheus Ferrero Report

    Lauren Caswell
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think "Only Dog can judge me" is better, and dogs are good judges of ppl

    StrangeOne
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Usually as a neck, face, or chest tattoo. Like, they have to be so obnoxious about telling the world how "badass" and reckless they are.

    Michael Largey
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, that just leaves us punishing you without due process.

    Bouche Clay
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you have to tell people you're a thing (other than as a reference for point of view) you aren't that thing.

    Trinity Cottrell
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Judgement is given a poor label, like the word "manipulate". You manipulate water when you adjust the water flow and temperature in your shower, you manipulate the car you drive by using the steering wheel, etc. Judging can be good and bad. Complimenting someone is judging, even though it's friendly, because you've still assessed them and made a comment about them. The saddest thing is, humans will always judge things, but that's because of either the way you're raised and the beliefs that were forced into your mind, an event in your life, a traumatic experience and everything else that can influence you. Nice looking people can do the most awful things and the most scary looking could be a serious sweetheart who likes volunteering at homeless shelters and orphanages to make everyone's life a little easier. So, feel free to judge, but focus on only their negative traits so you're not prejudiced or ignorant to then ignore their more lovely side.

    bugsway Frisk
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tattoos don't make you special no matter how many you get... Sad

    Robyn Bowns
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tattoos are specifically for "you". A persons tat should make them FEEL special, but it certainly does not make them special to others. If you get a tat for the sake of others... you are a special kind of special.

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    Nichole Harris
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've got this because I've got a past not because I'm judging you... YOU don't actually matter to me

    Laurora Borealis
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A pious way of saying they aren’t accountable to anyone

    Gary Harkins
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a bit judgemental isn't it? Just because they have that tattoo that makes them a bad person? Hmmm?! What I don't like in people is hypocrisy!

    Mjolnir Stormbreaker
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Trust me, God is not at all mad or upset because you like to draw on yourself instead of paper.

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    #27

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group When you’re going out and they judge or make a rude comment about a random person passing by.

    kilmock , Keira Burton Report

    Bmo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband and I will say these sorts of things to each other as a joke but wouldn't fathom actually saying it to these strangers. We're just being jerks to crack each other up.

    StrangeOne
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's the very basis of what this post is referring to.

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    meow point1
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless they're wearing an antivaxxer slogan on their T-shirt.

    Amanda Bass
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like to people watch and make up stories for them lol if I see a couple at dinner I pretend like ooh he's about to propose but she's telling him they might be long lost siblings or some c**p haha

    Bored puppy dog
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a neighbour and no one could escape her wrath: The colour of flowers someone chose to plant looked dumb, the way a stranger decorated their home was ugly.... I had to quit walking with her

    Henry Wiley
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry " not really sorry " but I do this at times to people I see either litter ( I'll call them out on it ) when you see person park like an a**hole in more then one space or handicap or other things like this. If just person looking different that's one thing but if it's a person BEING a jerk or something I say shame them.

    Bloobee bloobee bloo bloo bloo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My kids used to be real bad about that and I’ve learned to spot the people they would say something about before they do and had to stop them before they opened their mouth

    Piano
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom does this, specifically fat shaming. She doesn't say anything loud enough for other people to overhear, but it embarrasses me so much. We saw a lady wearing a tennis skirt the other day, and in was quite revealing on her, but instead of just minding her own bus she was making rude comments about what that lady had chosen to wear.

    Jodie daubenmire
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some random people, make themselves look like morons, just to get people to comment on them and freak out them for it. Karen 101

    Baleygr
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah, sorry. If you're wearing the biggest abomination of colour combinations -for example- or a hairstyle that a blind and failed architect must have created from fluffy cement, or when you have a stupid walk, or otherwise look TOO hideous (or smell, or talk to yourself, or loudly talk with someone on the phone) I might make a comment to the friend/family member I'm with. This won't hurt you in any way. And yes, maybe you're colourblind, or disabled, or have a right to have your own taste. Perfectly fine, but I have a right to comment on things that I see. Be it buildings, people, cars, if I want to say something about it (without hurting anyone!) I do so. And why shouldn't I? Seriously, why?

    Cassi Lyris
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah, flaw deflection. They will regularly pick out the flaw they don't like about themselves and point it out in other people.

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    #28

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group someone who is incapable of reflecting. They are the centre of their own universe. They are unable to grasp the big picture or how they fit within it. Everyone has a place in the larger picture, which is their small view of the world.

    No_Maximumdse , Toms Baugis Report

    Stephanie Did It
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And everyone/everything else exists only to serve their purpose or to oppose them.

    Bored puppy dog
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep. How do things fit into their life & not vice versa

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    Cassi Lyris
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Narcissists struggle with this because they believe they ARE the whole picture.

    Trinity Cottrell
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother raised me on self reflection. She asked me 3 questions: "What did you do wrong?" "Why was it wrong?" and "What should you have done instead?" and those 3 questions helped me to learn personal awareness, wisdom and personal responsibility.

    SCamp
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But they know how to change a flat. What’s with the picture??

    #29

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group They try too hard to prove they’re a good person.

    hottaxidermy , GeorgeTan#1...Off permanently Report

    Bmo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If they feel the need to post any sort of charity work on social media, immediate red flag. You can do charity work and it still counts even if no one knows about it.

    Poultry Geist
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree to an extent ! Sometimes you can inspire other people to do good by posting that you did something good ! DIsclaimer***I’m not on social media and I don’t do anything good so I’m not talking about myself 😂

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    olx
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this is kind of vague. like some people could perceive someone actually just being good as "trying too hard". like. one of my "friends" once said someone was "trying too hard" in class when literally the kid was just asking a question cuz she didnt get it 😭

    Chuck Berry
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or they say things like "I'm the kind of person....."

    Sunny Ferragamo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lots of phrases could end that sentence. I've only used it as "I'm the kind of person who says hi to the dog, then their human." Not virtue signaling, or even socially appropriate maybe, I just really like animals lol

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    Stephanie A Mutti
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a fine hard to distinguish line between virtue signaling and normalizing charitable work. We should to an extent encourage others to charity by example but at some point we really are looking for kudos. On the other other hand, who cares about the motivation as long as we help each other.

    Sunny Ferragamo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it's normal, then no need for a video that may humiliate the recipient in need. We don't make videos or post about letting someone in front of us while in traffic, that's fully normalized. The majority of individuals helping others are not filming it because it's normalized for them. Do individual virtue videos encourage others to help even? Hopefully, but it's possible some may see a virtue video and think, oh good, they got this, my help probably isn't needed, other people are on it.

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    DrBronxx
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not sure about this one. If you're doing good acts you're doing good acts.

    Stephanie Did It
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you are, then you don't need to announce it or tell people what a good person you are. Or compare yourself to others.

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    Christoph
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WAY better than proving they're an ahole. And possibly better than people who diss people's good deeds.

    JMil
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Related example: I am all for volunteering and donating and I am quietly proud to do so. There are people who feel the need to inject it, frequently awkwardly and off topic, in any social interaction. Edit: it often does reflect they are actually a good person, but the need to prove it again and again raises eyebrows and questions. Are they helping for pure altruism? But, I suppose it is still a positive even if it is not purely altruistic.

    Malina TinyKittenTitan
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or constantly saying "i know im a good person so it doesn't matter what you think..." who are they trying to convince? Me or themselves because quiet actions speak louder than spoken words.

    MidnaScape
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My former boss was the owner of a pizza buffet. He was staying in his rv as he lived out of state. One day he took a pizza box and started filling it with the pizzas that were too old to stay in the bar, explaining that he was going to take it to his rv neighbor who had lost his job and was having a hard time getting by. This act, objectively, is selfless and commendable. But then he started telling everyone about it. Any employee coming in or customer walking by would get the run down regardless of whether they asked or not. The moment you start bragging about doing it, it stops being charity.

    Sally Barry
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know of a tRumpanzee who does good works for 'the poor' and lets everyone know. Doesn't the Bible say basically to keep it under your hat and not brag about it?

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    #30

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group Always blaming others for things that happen to them, and not putting the trolley back after they are done with it.

    Carlosthefrog , My Photo Journeys Report

    TheAquarius1978
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yea lol, funny thing, trolleys here are "paid" all the trolleys are chained toguether and you have to depósit a 1€ coin in order to release the chain, só 95%of people take their trolleys back, and if they don't lol, theres always kids looking for " Lost " trolleys in the parking lot.

    Adam Zad
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At Aldi, I always leave my quarter (they're 25¢, here) on the wall next to the carts, for the next person who forgot one

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    censorshipsucks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That cat should really learn to put trolleys back.

    Robyn Bowns
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Trolley, buggy, shopping cart. All depends on where you are. I'm guessing you're southern USA?

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    DennyS (denzoren)
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That trolley thing is real. The parking lot is always littered with trollies...like...it's 20feet away, just put it back.

    StrangeOne
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A good, prime example of this is Wheels on Degrassi Junior High/High after his parents were killed. Actually when you rewatch the earlier episodes he was always a subtle d**k to everyone. But when he had to live with his grandparents he treated them like garbage, used his parents death to justify his poor judgement, lied, stole and took advantage of everyone who tried to help him. Every consequence was everyone else's fault according to Wheels.

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    #31

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group When you think they are really great people, responsible/kind/good, but then after a while you look back on situations and realise you had been duped and they are incredibly manipulative. I think it's incredibly subtle with some people, where it's not immediately obvious they are terrible but then suddenly it hits you.

    Haidilao93 , Conall Report

    #32

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group People who have never done anything wrong. If you’ve known a person for any amount of time and you’ve never heard them say “I’m an a*****e, i f****d up..” they are probably a terrible person and will victimize you in ways you can’t imagine

    AggravatingMath717 , Cristian Ungureanu Report

    #33

    You get a bad gut feeling when interacting with them.

    DeathSpiral321 Report

    Stephanie Did It
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pay attention to the way your pet reacts to them. Animals are seldom wrong about people.

    Baleygr
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, nah. My cat doesn't like a very good friend of mine. He helps out a lot, is fun, open, never trying to be the victim, blames himself a bit too much, he's loving, never judges, treats people with decency. I guess it's his tone, or washing machine soap, or deodorant, or whatever. And dogs something don't like people that simply are a bit afraid of them. Animals are cool, sure, but they're not mystical creatures that see the hidden truth of wisdom behind the facade of reality. They are sweet, small brained derps, that are still surprising clever, but honestly, I'd say if someone judges you based on how their pet reacts to you, THAT'S the true red flag.

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    Batwench
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gut feelings are often spot on.

    SCP 4666
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep always listen to your gut feeling

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    #34

    Having zero accountability and saying anything they can to get out of their bad actions. “I’m not wrong, you’re misinformed” — avoid this person if they are clearly wrong. Just, run!

    Efficient_Ad6015 Report

    Sammie 19
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember hearing something about my narcissistic sociopath daughter. Her previous boyfriend was a work colleague and so she didn't want her new boyfriend to carry on working with her (that's where she met him) so made him quit and find a job elsewhere. Her boss heard what had happened and called her in for a meeting. Asked her why and of course she said that it was because he wasn't happy (he was and good at his job) and wanted to try out a summer job and apparently would be offered a full-time position after the summer. Nope none of that was true. She just didn't want to work with another boyfriend

    #35

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group They're only nice when things are going their way.

    grandLadItalia90 , Sue Thompson Report

    #36

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group They are nice to a few people and an a*****e to the rest. I've noticed that a lot of people find it easy to ignore someone being rude, mean or a general a*****e to others just as long as that person is nice to them. Personally I think it's a matter of time until they also are on the receiving end of the bad behaviour.

    TheMysticalCreature1 , Party Lin Report

    StrangeOne
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've known people like this to me, where they're good with me but not other people. When you're young it makes you feel like your the special one, and are doing things right. So it's like you feel part of this elite club. But the moment you do anything the "friend" doesn't like, or when they meet someone fresh, that's when they start treating you as if you're the worst person in the world. They make you feel like you're in the wrong.

    Kelen Cavalcanti
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isnt that only defending boundaries? Why would I be nice to someone I dislike? There's a difference between manipulation and being selective

    #37

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group Yhe confusion. When the stories don't add up, they smirk at the wrong times and try to present themselves as a hero. Heros don't explain to you why they are heros. It's a subtle sign that they are actually not.

    BarMaximum8091 , JJ Jordan Report

    Lauren Caswell
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    micro expressions that are off can give you that sense too. Your subconscious sees it, hence the 'gut feeling'

    Anaïs Grobin
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have TS and I've had people make comments about my "subtle body language" that was actually a tic lol Edit- TS = Tourettes Syndrome

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    Stephanie Did It
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pay attention to how you feel after being around that person. If you feel bad, belittled or uncomfortable after the encounter, understand that hostile behavior is often very subtle. Avoid them!

    #38

    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group Borrowing money and forgetting to / claims he already paid it back. Borrowing tools / clothing and breaking or ruining them. By this time you should cut all ties.

    Irrelavent1 , Gunnar Wrobel Report

    Bmo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Easiest way to avoid this, don't let anyone borrow anything for any reason. Helps avoid these weird interactions and can prevent a friendship from potentially crumbling over something so small.

    censorshipsucks
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My view is if someone asks for a loan I either say I can't (e.g if it's too much), or I say it's a gift. I never expect to be paid back, it just makes you angry.

    StrangeOne
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even when I'm really in a bind, I'll refuse offers from friends because I know I wouldn't be able to say when I can pay them back. I'd rather take out a payday loan.

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    30 Not-That-Obvious Signs That Show That Someone Isn’t A Good Person, As Shared In This Online Group The theme music changes in tone.

    Itztrikky , Larry Ziffle Report

    ItsJess
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...when the key changes to a minor key

    Adam Zad
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...the plot... is about... to thicken.

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    Bouche Clay
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And if you're a ditzy teenage girl, keep your clothes on!

    censorshipsucks
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just turn on the light. Remember: always turn on the light, and/or LEAVE the building, do not go deeper into it, especially not the basement.