Members of the sprawling r/AskReddit online community recently opened up about the most bizarre encounters that they’ve had with strangers. It just goes to show that you don’t need to go to the cinema for a dose of confusion and (un)intentional creepiness. Scroll down to read just how unusual some people can behave when we least expect it.
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On the other hand, odd behavior is likely going to raise some eyebrows and concern some folks. The simple reality is that when we face someone behaving oddly, we consider them to be a potential threat. There is a huge difference between someone who is a tad eccentric and someone with serious issues.
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Most of our priorities have to do with our safety, as well as that of our loved ones. So if you want to be better prepared to handle fringe situations, you should consider spending some time attending self-defense classes. You can also read up on human psychology so that you can get a better grip on why people behave the way that they do.
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And, in case you’re dealing with an actual threat, you’ll know what your options are, whether that’s ignoring the person, appealing to their empathy, deescalating the situation, running away, asking/yelling for help, or—if needed—fighting back.
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