Conflict

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Ever notice how some people like to blend in and not draw much attention to themselves? And how others like to be clever and unique; some are succesful and some aren't. Others are simply unpredictable. They're my favorite type.

But then there's the type that thrives on conflict. They barge into a room and shoot their mouths off, bothering almost everybody. No amount of disapproval or hostility deters them because they love it. Just when you think they got the picture they, very predictably, provoke the worst of everyone. They are a locus negativity and experience has shown me that they never learn. Especially when they blow through their 1st, 2nd and 3rd chances in half a day.

Anyone know anybody of anybody like that?
 
Hmmm, interesting. I find that the people who you describe in the second part of your post, are often un-intelligent. "Dumb" if you may. And a-social, obviously.

They often just lack any social skills, and don't feel comfortable around modest people... Can't handle silence, always want to be talking.

I say we burn them.
 
I know exactly what you're talking about, milefile. The best way to handle someone like that is to simply ignore them. They are only acting the way they are because they get a thrill out of seeing another person (like you) upset and angry. So, rather than confronting and satisfying them, just brush them off - it will infuriated them more than anything else you do or say to them! :D
 
Originally posted by Jordan
So, rather than confronting and satisfying them, just brush them off - it will infuriated them more than anything else you do or say to them!
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Yup! Give 'em a few polite recommendations, then a less polite recommendation, then (if they give you trouble or get in your face), smack them a verbal good one, and add them to your Ignore list. Works like a charm for me!

It's amazing how much less of an ass people will be when they see it's not getting a rise out of anyone.
 
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Yup! Give 'em a few polite recommendations, then a less polite recommendation, then (if they give you trouble, smack them a verbal good one, then add them to your Ignore list.
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Your pretty good at the "smack them a verbal good one" part. :D

OA
 
Bah. I catch your drift.

Shooting your mouth off is loads of fun, especially when what you say is totally sarcastic, and everyone thinks you're serious.
 
I find it funny how these people come in and give you the rope with which to hang them. Then, when you obligingly put the noose round their neck and give it a tug, they go all quiet. It happened recently when someone made a comment that I figured had to have like no basis at all, so I called them on it. Sadly, there was no response.

I like a good conversation, and I'm OK admitting when I'm wrong, but I think people should be prepared to stand by what they say, and back it up if required.
 
Those that thrive on conflict eventually die off when there is no conflict to feed on.
 

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