• FreshLight@sh.itjust.works
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    4 days ago

    I don’t like these “what’s the deal with / I hate small talk and ‘How are you?’” posts. Like, what do you think?

    Yes, a lot of people hate small talk, I get it. But how else would you start talking when you meet people? Warming up a bit with small talk and a greeting is the best way of getting a feeling for one another. Even if you know them it’s good for checking their mood.

    • Azzu@leminal.space
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      4 days ago

      Well yeah, you don’t like it. That’s ok. But your experience is not the only valid one in the world.

      What do you mean “how else?” - I can come up with several different ways without even really thinking about it.

      What do you mean, “it’s the best way”? - best for what or whom? Best for you maybe. But not necessarily for others.

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      4 days ago

      Move to the topic. Don’t waste time on fake pleasantries. Shit’s fake as shit, to the point there is standarised response.

      If I know you, don’t hit me with it. If I don’t know you, I don’t want to answer…