It’s a truth universally acknowledged that language immersion works. If you drop somebody into the French countryside to be a scullery maid for a family who talks a lot, they will probably be fluent in French within the next few years. It wouldn’t work if you know no French language and are barely exposed to …
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Thoughtless man complains to friend that nobody came to cookout he invited ‘all his friends’ to, ignores the fact he didn’t invite her: ‘The invitees knew something that you learned’
As with all relationships, friendships take a dedicated effort to get right. Unfortunately, this is not something that everybody appreciates, and being disappointed by somebody we hoped we were good buddies with is something that most of us have experienced at some point. One of the ways in which this can happen is through exclusion—and …
Seguir leyendo Thoughtless man complains to friend that nobody came to cookout he invited ‘all his friends’ to, ignores the fact he didn’t invite her: ‘The invitees knew something that you learned’
Woman at restaurant disturbs other diners by talking loudly on the phone, diner teaches her a lesson by joining the conversation: ‘We can hear everything’
Talking on the phone in public is always awkward. Even if you are wearing headphones, and talking as quietly as you can, you never know who might be listening to your conversation, and how private it really is. Besides, it can be considered pretty inconsiderate to talk in places where your conversation might disturb other …
Seguir leyendo Woman at restaurant disturbs other diners by talking loudly on the phone, diner teaches her a lesson by joining the conversation: ‘We can hear everything’
Snooty social climber claims rich people distinguish themselves from broke people with their conversation topics over dinner: ‘I don’t think wealthy people watch sports’
Life coaches and LinkedIn influencers have been telling us for years that the key to our success is all about mindset, baby. If only we could get a hold of ourselves and keep our eyes on the grind we would stop being broke, ugly, and miserable in no time. The catch seems to be that …
Seguir leyendo Snooty social climber claims rich people distinguish themselves from broke people with their conversation topics over dinner: ‘I don’t think wealthy people watch sports’
People ponder whether the art of conversation is lost among people over 25: ‘I might as well carry a mic around for all the interviews I conduct’
Objectionable social skills: they aren’t just reserved for the youth of today. According to some, there are plenty of adults out there who just don’t appreciate the art of conversation like they used to. Ever got talking to somebody at a party and realized that all they want to do is give you a monologue …
Seguir leyendo People ponder whether the art of conversation is lost among people over 25: ‘I might as well carry a mic around for all the interviews I conduct’
‘How old is he? 50?’: Boomer kid impresses internet with precocious knowledge of farm machinery
Some kids just seem to be born as old people. As soon as they’re out of diapers, they start taking up mannerisms and interests that would be more suited to their grandpa. As a parent, I’m sure it’s not exactly a problem when your child turns out like this—indeed, you likely had a lot to …
Seguir leyendo ‘How old is he? 50?’: Boomer kid impresses internet with precocious knowledge of farm machinery
Entitled Gen Z Introverts Get Judged for Complaining About Talking to Retail Workers
I have always been and always will be a natural hermit. I very much enjoy being alone, and I am not the kind of person who would strike up a conversation with a stranger for the sake of it. However, I also recognize a couple of important disclaimers: first of all, not everybody is like …
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Judgmental Dad Splits Opinion After Telling Daughter She’s a Disappointment For Becoming a Mom at 18
There are many terrifying expects to being a parent, and one of these is managing expectations. Most moms and dads have certain hopes and dreams for their kids from even before they’re born, but a lot of the time they aren’t going to live up to every single one. It’s true, adaptability and flexibility are …
Seguir leyendo Judgmental Dad Splits Opinion After Telling Daughter She’s a Disappointment For Becoming a Mom at 18
Childfree Woman Gets Advised by Redditors on What to Say to Her New Parent Friends
I don’t know quite how it’s happened, but I’m yet to have anybody in my social circle have a kid. If you’d asked me a decade ago, I’d probably have been certain that I would be on speaking terms with at least one person who had a baby. I feel that it’s unlikely for me …
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Twitter Users Discuss the Importance of Doing Small Talk
The art of conversation is one that not everyone is as capable at as they might think. If you haven’t been stuck in the middle of a hideously awkward back and forth before, you’re probably one of the reasons that they happen. Spending precious minutes pontificating with an acquaintance about the weather or your weekend …
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