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Do you ever wonder if the person you think you are is how others perceive you? For example: I was very shy when I was younger. I felt what I had to say wasn't important so I didn't talk. I learned that instead of seeming shy, people thought I was stuck up and "too good" to talk to them. It's not about caring what other people think. It's about how we form connections, display emotions, etc., as a result of the person we show to others.

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[โ€“] victoryonion@lemmy.ml 9 points 2 years ago

This is why constructive criticism is important. Though we should be ourselves what others think can be somewhat important in adjusting how we display ourselves.

I've been told I seem arrogant in the past. I always wanted to be perceived as the person who would help anyone whenever they needed it. A mentor opened my eyes with some tough talk and it has made me pay more attention to the little things I may do.

[โ€“] stopit@lemmy.ml 5 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I have a similar experience...i was shy when younger and still so. You remind of a job i worked in my 20's, eventually i became friends with a coworker who told me: "I never thought we'd be cool - you seemed so snobby when you first arrived"

I'm truth, i was the exact opposite..i was shy. Unfortunately, i haven't learned or got the courage to change that.

I hope you will find the courage. It pays off!