#RandomThoughts #HumanBehavior #FirstImpressionsLast #FriendshipDynamics
Do you ever wonder why people seem to act nicer towards someone they just met than to someone they’ve known for years? 🤔 It’s a puzzling aspect of human behavior that can leave us scratching our heads. In this article, we’ll dive into the psychology behind this phenomenon and explore some possible reasons why this happens.
The Power of First Impressions
When we meet someone for the first time, we’re usually on our best behavior. We want to make a good impression and show our best selves. This often leads to us being more polite, friendly, and accommodating towards new acquaintances. However, as time goes on and we get to know someone better, we may start to let our guard down and show our true colors. This can sometimes result in us being less considerate or kind towards people we’ve known for longer periods of time.
Comfort Breeds Familiarity
As we become more comfortable around someone, we may feel like we can be ourselves without fear of judgment. This sense of familiarity can sometimes lead to us taking the other person for granted or becoming less attentive to their needs. On the other hand, when we’re around new people, we tend to be more conscious of our actions and strive to present ourselves in the best possible light.
Expectations vs. Reality
It’s also possible that our expectations play a role in how we treat others. When we first meet someone, we may have high hopes and idealized perceptions of who they are. As we get to know them better, we may start to see their flaws and imperfections, which can sometimes lead to disappointment or disillusionment. This shift in perception can influence how we interact with someone over time and impact the level of kindness or consideration we show towards them.
Real-Life Examples
Think about how you behave towards a new coworker versus a longtime friend. Are you more patient, attentive, and polite towards the person you’ve just met? Do you find yourself being more critical, demanding, or dismissive towards someone you’ve known for years? Reflecting on your own behaviors and attitudes can provide valuable insights into how you navigate social relationships and interactions.
In conclusion, the dynamic between how we treat new acquaintances versus longtime friends is a complex interplay of factors such as first impressions, comfort levels, expectations, and perceptions. By understanding the psychology behind this phenomenon, we can strive to be more mindful of our behaviors and interactions with others, regardless of the length of time we’ve known them. Remember, kindness and consideration should be a constant in all relationships, whether they’re new or old. 💕
So, the next time you catch yourself being extra nice to someone you just met, take a moment to reflect on why that might be. And remember, it’s never too late to show kindness and appreciation towards those who have been by your side for years. #SpreadLove #BeKind
Keywords: human behavior, psychology, social interactions, first impressions, familiarity, expectations, kindness, relationships, consideration, friendships, constant.
Stranger are just as rude ,on and off line
Familiarity breeds contempt
I have a theory, probably already documented but I thought of it myself, that frequencies, of the voice or the way certain things are said can trigger negative emotions towards people.
The repetition of a certain voice, the constant nature of the way they speak the same, or ask the same questions can develop a sort of negative nerve towards that person, that has nothing to do with the person themselves.
The key word in this sentence is “act.”
Familiarity breeds contempt.
Strangers haven’t done anything to piss me off… Yet
Not always, depends how attractive and/or wealthy they are. Â People are shallow as fuck.
At this point the stranger is Schrödinger’s Asshole
You need better friends
Right, but my mom’s a total bitxh
The idea that someone could truly believe this is depressing. You should try to surround yourself with better people.
They haven’t had a chance to piss you off yet.
Because when you’ve just met, you don’t yet now what your relationship with this person is, and you’re just being a decent human being by being polite.
But when you know someone for a long time and you call him ‘assface’ he knows it’s coming from a different place. There is an implicit understanding of intent that you do not have with a stranger.
Hahaha, tell that to customer service/retail workers
Im nice to wild animals too, but i dont trust them.
If i trust you i can be meaner, its called consyructive friendship.
Well, when I met my best friend I didn’t know she was a bitch. Now I know.
Goes to show nice isn’t good and oftentimes is deceptive in nature.
They say that trust is earned but I’ve found that more trust is given to a stranger than someone you’ve known for a while, it more like, trust is given and taken away by your actions
Familiarity breeds contempt.
It’s called love bombing.
https://danstocke.substack.com/p/the-cost-of-happiness-should-be-zero?r=15buwn
Gotta leave a good impression
I think this is why a lot of companies hire from the outside instead of promoting current employees. They know your flaws, the outsiders are idealized
For me, everyone deserves some respect until they dont.
I dunno dawg, I greet my friends and rels pretty warmly.
The more you know someone, the more reasons you have to dislike them
I only reveal myself to those already trapped in my web
I’ve been think about this lately. Who needs friends when they treat you like shit eventually. I have slowly stopped being a carpet people can just walk all over. Don’t mistake my kindness for weakness is my new motto.