10 Interpretations of Behavior
It's never what you're doing; it's always how you're being described.
The kinder the interpretation of the characters’ actions, the stronger the relationships (e.g.: the more you like the actors, the higher you’ll rate the film).
Whenever possible, assume the person in front of you is doing their lovable best. Do this enough, and you’ll ensure that you won‘t die alone, friendless, and bitter.
Because how other people live is not about you, and it never was. <3
(BEWARE: SEMICOLONS AHOY!)
SOMEONE IS CAUTIOUSLY OBSERVING.
1: They’re not being conned; they’re doing reconnaissance:
SOMEONE HAS ACQUIRED EXPERTISE.
2: They’re not showing-off; they’re showing possible paths forward.
SOMEONE IS SITTING AT YOUR TABLE.
3: They’re not taking over; they’re taking stock.
SOMEONE HAS A THICK SKIN.
4: They’re not hurting you, they’re healing themselves.
SOMEONE DECLINES AN OPPORTUNITY.
5: They’re not cruelly seducing; they’re thoughtfully deducing.
SOMEONE LIKES COMFORT.
6: They’re not boring; they just don’t want to be noticed.
SOMEONE HAS OPTED OUT OF THE RACE YOU NEED TO WIN.
7: They’re not lazy; they’re just earning different currencies.
SOMEONE HAS DRAWN A CONCLUSION OF THIER OWN.
8: They’re not rudely flippant; they’re deeply philosophical.
SOMEONE IS BEING ENTIRELY THEMSELVES.
9: They’re not thwarting your ideas; they’re just existing while having some of their own.
SOMEONE IS USING THE SCIENTIFIC METHOD.
10: They’re not manipulative, they’re just capable of changing their minds.