Have you ever made a snap decision about someone when first seeing them? Later, changed your mind?
Sometimes before someone even speaks an opinion is made about whether they are someone to get to know. People are summed up by their physical appearance only.
I actually am able discern who they are from just their appearance. And my opinion about them has been right about 99% of the time.
Yes, I've made wrong assessments about people . Shy people often seem arrogant or stuck-up when this demeanor is really a defense mechanism. I've learned to recognize this. I'm pretty accurate, however, at calling shallow or disingenuous people, those with ulterior motives, and compulsive liars.
You are so right. I have done the same as well. I have also though been able to pick up on vibes that are being sent to maybe mislead me about who they really are. I may be one of those as I am initially very introverted upon meeting someone new.
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