Okay, so, about this whole “mean girls getting in your personal space” thing… I decided to pay extra attention to this today, and here’s what went down.
The Observation Phase
First, I just started watching. Like, really watching. Not in a creepy way, but just noticing how people interact. I hung out at the coffee shop, walked around the mall, and even just sat on a bench in the park.
What I noticed was, yeah, some people definitely get closer than others. It’s not always “mean girls,” but there’s a certain… vibe. It’s like they’re trying to take up more space, or something.
The “Experiment” (Kind Of)
- I tried to see the body language of my friends around me.
- I wanted to make sure that my actions were being noticed when people were speaking to me.
Then, I kind of… experimented. Not in a super scientific way, but I tried a few things:
- Standing my ground: When someone got a little too close for comfort, I didn’t automatically back away. I just… stayed put. Not aggressively, just… firmly.
- Also making sure that I was not getting too close to other, I wanted to see reactions.
- Using my voice: If someone was crowding me, I tried saying something like, “Excuse me, could you give me a little space?” Simple, direct.
- Body language: I tried to project confidence. Shoulders back, head up. It sounds silly, but it actually felt like it made a difference.
The Results (So Far)
Honestly? It’s a mixed bag. Sometimes, just holding my ground worked. People seemed to subconsciously get the message and back off a bit.
Other times, saying something directly was necessary. Most people were fine with it – like they hadn’t even realized they were crowding me. A few, though… well, let’s just say they weren’t thrilled. But hey, at least I stood up for myself, right?
The body language thing? I’m still not 100% sure, but I think it helps. It definitely makes me feel more in control, which is probably half the battle.
I want to try observing more situations and body language, then recording my findings.
So, yeah, that’s my little experiment so far. It’s not exactly groundbreaking research, but it’s something. It’s about being aware of your space, setting boundaries, and not being afraid to speak up. Still figuring it all out, but hey, that’s life, right?
