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When a person is vulnerable enough to allow you into their lives, they certainly don’t expect to be met with a barrage of judgement. Judgmental people simply can’t help themselves from loudly voicing their opinions– which tend to be negative — about other’s choices. But this behavior is a fast way to ensure that your friends and family decide not to share aspects of their life with you, essentially alienating you due to your harsh critiques.
The bottom line is none of us are perfect, so leading every statement and move with a judgmental spirit is the opposite of accepting people for who they are. Not exactly sure if you’re the judgmental type? Here are more than a few ways to tell.
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You’re Intolerant Of People Who Are Different From You
Celebrating the differences of others is what makes the world go ’round, while acknowledging that different doesn’t mean less than or inferior. However, when you’re a judgemental person you believe just the opposite. You get upset or hostile with those who have outer or inner differences from you and you voice your displeasure in the most judgemental way possible.
Being different doesn’t give you the right to disrespect or belittle someone, instead you should appreciate that sometimes differences can actually bring people together. Try to open your mind to those who are the opposite of you and you might be surprised at the new friends you make and things you can learn.
