Do you feel uncomfortable when you are in the presence of certain people? Then it’s probably because they display some of the 17 behaviors listed in this article. Check them out and see.
Anger
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The statistics from Gitnux show that “8% of people with moderate anger issues are likely to develop significant complications in their lives.” One of those complications is finding it hard to interact with others. People do not feel at ease with someone who is always angry.
Demanding
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A person who demands a lot and never says thank you is very unpleasant. This kind of person thinks that the world revolves around them and is not willing to move a finger to help others. A demanding person is physically and emotionally draining to be with.
Lying
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Lying is a very destructive behavior that can ruin friendships instantly. Someone who habitually lies cannot be trusted. This kind of person is selfish and only cares about what they can gain. You will feel uneasy when you spend time with a person like this.
Shyness
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According to Teens Health, “shyness is partly a result of genes a person has inherited. It’s also influenced by behaviors they’ve learned, the ways people have reacted to their shyness, and life experiences they’ve had.” Someone who is extremely shy might find even basic conversation difficult.
Quietness
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“The average person speaks around 16,000 words in a day, with females (16,215 words) speaking slightly more than males (15,699),” says WordsRated. But someone who is very quiet and doesn’t say much can be awkward to be with. You might find yourself struggling just to get small talk out of a person like this.
Pessimism
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People who are always thinking negatively are difficult to be around. No one likes spending time with someone who always sees the glass as half empty rather than half full. After being with this kind of person, you begin to feel negative about yourself and your future.
Verbal Abuse
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“Literature highlights verbal abuse as the most common form of non-physical violence and is estimated [to range] from 51.8% to 63.4% worldwide,” says the National Institutes of Health. Someone who verbally abuses others is emotionally taxing to be with. They get pleasure from bringing others down, and you should avoid them.
Stressed Out
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Someone who is very stressed out can also be difficult to be with. Stress makes some people angry, so a person who is stressed might treat their friends or family badly. Stress can lead to addictive behaviors like substance and alcohol abuse. These are very difficult to deal with.
Physical Abuse
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According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, “on average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States.” Someone who is known for physically abusing others can be very scary to be around. They can become dangerous and lash out at any time.
Bullying
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Bullying is not just something that goes on at school. Bullying happens at the workplace and within family units. Someone who bullies others and tries to intimidate them is very scary to be around. This kind of behavior can make others want to avoid this person.
OCD
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Figures from Golden Steps ABA show that “in the United States alone, it is estimated that over 3 million adults have been diagnosed with OCD at some point in their lives.” Someone who has OCD obsesses over certain things. This can make day-to-day life a struggle for this person and their acquaintances.
Vindictiveness
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Someone who is always seeking to get even with others and who is looking for revenge is complicated to be with. You never know where you stand with this kind of person, and you are constantly watching everything you do and say so you do not become a victim of their wrath.
Controlling
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Some people are very controlling. They like to be in charge of what everyone does and how they do it. When they don’t get their way, they don’t want to participate. Some people are natural leaders, but someone who likes to micromanage others is unpleasant to be around.
Gossip
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Gossip might seem like fun until you or someone you care about is the subject of it. Someone who likes to gossip is not good company. They tarnish a person’s reputation and bring down the morale of the group. They are not trustworthy, and you never know what to say to them.
Flirt
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Some people are known as flirts. They flirt with everyone they meet. When someone like this begins to flirt with you, it can feel very uncomfortable. You will likely feel like this person is not being sincere and is just playing a game. This kind of person is embarrassing to be around.
Unreliable
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Someone who always says they are going to do something but doesn’t is unreliable. You don’t want to spend time with this person because, when you invite them out, you are not sure they will arrive on time or whether they will show up at all. Their instability makes you feel unnerved.
Belittling
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Do you know someone who is constantly belittling others? Then it is likely that this person is not very popular. They undermine the good things that others do and their achievements to make themselves look better. They make fun of others and are rude to them.