14 habits that can make people dislike you

14 habits that can make people dislike you 

There's a common belief that likability is like a talent that people who are likable are simply born with the straight yet just because you might think you are not especially likable does not mean you can't do anything about it your degree of likability depends on your emotional intelligence and you can work on this being likable not only involves behaviors you should practice but behaviors that you should avoid as well in this blog we've compiled a list of habits that make people less likable so you can avoid these behaviors in the future. 

Number 1: Interrupting others 

Most people like to be the center of attention when they are talking and one surefire way to make them dislike you is by constantly interrupting the next time someone is telling a story that you already know don't cut in and say that you've heard it before let them finish if someone wants to tell you their problems they want you to listen don't interrupt people really don't like it if you are always quick to interrupt them with your own opinion this behavior tells them that you don't value them or what they have to say.

Number 2:  Humble bragging 

Many people have a way of bragging while pretending to be modest this is called humble bragging you've heard them before the woman who makes fun of her ridiculous diet when she wants to draw attention to her attractive figure the guy who complains about how terrible he plays when he wants to make you aware of his athletic talent such people use self-deprecation to hide their boasting but others can see through this this behavior is especially dislikable because they are not only bragging but they are also trying to deceive you.

Number3:  Name-dropping 

Just about everyone is proud of knowing interesting or famous people but taking any opportunity to drop a name is irritating and pretentious it is another form of bragging and is obvious to everyone you might think it makes you interesting but it is even worse than humble bragging because you are relying on others to land you status it also signals insta purity when you associate your knowledge and opinions with some celebrity instead of stating them as your own it puts people off and weakens interest in any conversation with you your desperation for attention will turn most people off if you want to win friends just be sincerely friendly and polite others will pay you more attention and find you more persuasive if you speak pleasantly concisely and with confidence you won't have to try to show them how important you are people are sensitive to your attitude how you express what you know is more important than who you know. 

Number 4: Being too nice 

People distrust those who act too nice it is easy for most of us to become suspicious and skeptical and people who are too nice prompt distrust because we tend to think that this excessive kindness is too good to be true we naturally suspect that there must be some hidden ulterior motive behind this behavior so just act naturally around people being nice is nice but if you overdo it people will not react in the way you hope. 

Number 5: Showing dislike for people's pets

You need to realize that people are very protective of their pets it may sound silly to you but to them their pets are Like their children how would you feel if someone showed dislike or disrespect for your children besides a lot of people trust their pets instincts if their pet does not like you they will tend to dislike you as well so the next time you visit someone who has pets remember that they are practically members of the family if you don't care for them keep that to yourself.  

Number 6: Not returning things you've borrowed 

This one should be obvious I mean you wouldn't like it as so on borrowed something from you and didn't return it right so whenever you borrow anything no matter what make every effort to return it as soon as you are done with it if practical clean the items especially clothes before you give them back and if it involves money it is even more important to pay it back as soon as you possibly can. 

Number 7: Letting others pay for you frequently

Research reveals that 99.9% of people in a group of friends like those who never seem to pay for themselves this is just basic manners when you go out with a group of people you should expect to pay for yourself any other attitude will alienate others money is always a sensitive topic and no one wants to feel used so don't cause others to think you are using them by asking or expecting them to pay for you if you don't have enough cash to keep up with your friends scale back on social outings it is better to seem unavailable then signal that you are broke. 

Number 8: Sharing too much too soon 

It's great when you can confide your feelings in people but don't overdo it and don't do it too soon don't pour your problems and emotions out to people you've just recently met wait until you have established a connection with someone until then pay attention to them this is a much better way to make a friend who cares then unloading your problems on someone who is not ready for this sharing too much too soon can make new acquaintances think you are just using them and if they don't care enough for you they will seek to avoid you open up only to those who are ready to care for you and be willing to care for them too.

Number 9: Emotional hijacking 

An emotional hijacking describes an instance like screaming at people making them cry throwing things and other extreme forms of behavior this type of behavior comes across as untrustworthy and demonstrates low emotional intelligence it will cost people to doubt your emotional stability and whether you can hold up under pressure no matter how much the object of your wrath need deserve it exploding at them will attract a lot of negative attention nobody likes being around seemingly unpredictable and emotionally unstable people when you are in control of your emotions you can control the perceptions others have of any conflict you are in and if they just can't keep it together they will be the ones who look bad not you. 

Number 10: Being closed-minded 

No one likes talking to someone who already has their mind made up about every little thing and insist on always being right what's the point having an open mind and really listening to other opinions is an extremely likeable trait so don't be quick to judge others or always try to demonstrate how wrong they you don't have to agree with them but if you listen and really try to comprehend why they hold their opinions they will appreciate it and they will appreciate your company as well. 

Number 11: Squinting 

Studies show that people who don't fully open their eyes can be perceived as shifty untrustworthy calculating arrogant and cold half closing your eyes on a date can be sexy but only when the situation in mood is right otherwise you might actually be pushing him or her away half closed eyes closed off your emotions open eyes on the other hand signal openness and openness is very likeable. 

Number 12: profile pictures are to close up 

Online services typically require a photo of your face for your profile this makes sense people want to see what you look like but close-ups do have their disadvantages not only do they reveal minor imperfections that you'd rather not show they can also make you seem less trustworthy studies suggests that this perception is related to our sense of personal space people feel uncomfortable when someone they do not yet trust comes too close to them and invades their personal space even if it's only a photo on a fundamental instinctive level we are put off by people and photos that are too close up it's invasive and vaguely threatening so make sure your facial photo is close enough to clearly see what you look like but not too close. 

Number 13: excessive sharing on social media 

Research has found that people who share too much of themselves on social media do this to compensate for a lack of acceptance in real life they want attention and they desire to be liked yet by doing so they actually achieve the opposite they make people dislike them think about it would you like someone constantly telling you every little detail of their daily life how would you feel about that person's constant need for attention wouldn't it get on your nerves sharing on social media can't allow you to express yourself and share meaningful information but you need to be prudent about it and exercise restraint.

Number 14: frequently cancelling plans

what would you think of somebody who constantly cancels plants you've made with them quite irritating right if you have this habit realize what kind of impression you are making sure everyone knows that things get in the way sometimes but if people cannot rely on you to stick the plants why would they continue to make plans with you your friends will begin to think that they're not important or don't mean very much to you so be sure to make time for people you like after all the best way to get people to like you is to show that you like them likeability is a trait we look for in everyone and one that we desire for ourselves when that habits become part of your basic behavior you can easily make people dislike you by becoming aware of such habits and the effects they can have you can take steps to avoid them and become more likeable so do you agree with this list are you guilty of any of these habits is there anything else you would add let us know in the comments below if you enjoyed this blog SHARE with your friends so we can keep making them for more articles, Remember to turn on the notification also be sure to check out our other articles as well.

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