The phrase 'you're so sensible' in a man's mouth may contain a hidden message, as those seemingly flattering sugar coated shells often contain a bitter core of rejection. When different When praising you in a specific way, the ears need to hear the implied meaning.
1. The Alienation Signal Behind Polite Praise
1. "You have a great personality"
When a man says this sentence seriously, he usually carries the implicit message of "But I'm not attracted". Having a good personality is the foundation rather than an additional factor in choosing a spouse, and this kind of praise is like saying 'you are a good person'.
2. "Comfortable to be with you"
Comfort does not equal attractiveness, the true meaning of this sentence may be "you make me not pursue impulsiveness". psychological research shows that overly comfortable relationships can actually inhibit dopamine secretion.
2. Praising with comparative danger
1. "You are more sensible than any girl I know"
This comparative praise often implies "you are more suitable as a spare tire". When a man truly likes someone, he will show a desire for exclusivity rather than a comparative mentality.
2. "Girls like you are rare now"
When praising someone with a "rarity" rating, be wary of whether the other person is shaping your giving personality. The implicit meaning of this sentence may be 'Please continue to give without compensation'.
3. Avoid perfunctory praise of core traits
1. "You did a good job with your makeup today"
Only praising your makeup without praising yourself indicates that attention is focused on the surface. Men usually remember a woman they genuinely like when she looks bare faced.
2. "Your outfit looks pretty"
Focusing on the object rather than the person's praise reveals a lack of emotional investment. This kind of evaluation is essentially the same as praising 'good office decoration'.
4. Special praise with disclaimer
1. "If only I had met you earlier"
The cruel truth of this sentence is "it's useless to meet you now". The adverb of time exposes the other party's hesitant attitude, which often leads to a turning point of "however" in the future.
2. "You deserve better"
The ultimate disclaimer of praise, translated as "I don't want to be that better". Upon hearing this sentence, one should understand that the relationship has reached its end.
Language psychologists have found that humans tend to unconsciously use a pattern of "positive vocabulary+negative context" when refusing. The compliments that make your heart skip a beat are often the clearest signals of rejection. Instead of being fixated on the literal meaning, it's better to pay attention to the subtle expressions and body language of the other person when they say something - the fleeting gaze and the half step back, which are more honest than any language.
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