You can never tell when someone does not like you but keeps it under wraps. They’ll smile, laugh at your jokes, or ask how you’re doing. But every now and then, there are hints of how they truly feel. These little hints are hard to see, but once you see them, you can’t go back. Here are 10 telling signs to look out for when you think someone’s friendly but fake.
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They Slip in Sneaky Compliments
When someone pretends to like you but actually doesn’t, they often slip in little jabs disguised as compliments. They might say, “It’s so brave of you to wear that color,” or “I wish I had the confidence to be as bold as you.” Sounds nice, isn’t it? These backhanded compliments give them a way to attack without hitting you in the face, to say a little bit of their “bad feelings” but still seem “friendly.”
They Avoid Eye Contact When Talking
There is nothing quite like a look in your eyes in any relationship. When someone really likes or respects you, they generally look you in the eye when they speak to you. But if someone really doesn’t like you, they will scan the room or look at their phone and never even look you in the eye.
They Take Little Interest in Your Life
A real friend cares about how your day is, what you’re doing, and what’s happening in your life. Someone who is just trying to like you can still ask about you, but it is superficial. If you’re telling them something exciting or significant, they’ll probably say, “That’s nice,” but never really take the time to hear you.
They Badmouth You Behind Your Back
When you’re told that someone’s been being rude to you behind your back, you need to realize their friendliness is a façade. While they are friendly towards you, they can easily pick up the phone and complain about you to others.
They Dish Out Fake or Forced Compliments
When someone doesn’t really like you, they might sound rude and rushed when they praise you. And instead of being natural and specific, they might praise you in a very unnatural way, saying things like “Oh, good for you” or “That’s great.”
They Never Make Time for You
People who truly enjoy your company will always make time for you, even when they’re overloaded with work. If someone doesn’t truly enjoy your company, they might drop out on you at the last minute or only hang out with you when they are in a group where it’s easier to keep things shallow.
They Feel Comfy When You’re Done Talking
Ever noticed someone seems relieved when a chat with you is over? It could be a clue they’re not as friendly as they seem. They might quickly switch topics or even walk away the moment the conversation with you wraps up. Chances are, they’re feeling uneasy or just don’t really want to be there.
They Subtly Compete or Try to “One-Up” You
If you say that you achieved something, they will come up with something that they did that is “better.” The urgency to compete or outperform you can let you know that you are a competitor to them, not a friend.
They’re Never There When You Need Help
Good friends will stand by you when you are going through a rough patch, but someone who secretly hates you won’t be able to comfort you or even help you out. They’ll let you off the hook with an “I’m sorry to hear that,” without much action.
Their Body Language Shows They’re Uneasy Around You
When someone secretly dislikes you, they might cross their arms, lean away, or do other things that show they’re uncomfortable. Notice these tiny gestures, for they can reveal a lot about how someone feels about you.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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