Some people are just naturally good at reading others. They pick up on subtle cues, body language, tone of voice, and facial expressions that go over other people’s heads. They are adept at seeing past other people’s words and cuing into the energy or emotions behind them. People who are great at reading others have a significant advantage in being creative, building relationships, and building teams. But where does it come from? Why does it seem like some people have an extra social muscle that others just don’t? Some posit that people who are adept at reading others often come from backgrounds where they grew up with chaotic parents or family members. To preserve themselves, they become keen observers of subtle clues to protect themselves against abusive outbursts. Unhappy child and parent. via Canva/Photos This makes them excellent students of tone of voice, body language, and emotional states so that they can defend themselves. To those who aren’t brilliant at reading others, these people’s skills seem mysterious at best. So, a Reddit user posed a question to the AskReddit forum to see what other people have noticed about people who are great at reading others. “What’s a sign that someone is dangerously good at reading people?” they asked. They received over 1,300 replies, and we compiled the best. Here are 13 signs that someone is “dangerously good” at reading people. 1. You immediately overshare “You feel comfortable talking to them and you find yourself sharing things with them you don’t typically share.” 2. They’re hard to read “They themselves are typically hard to read.” “Or better yet people think they are reading you and know you but all they know is what you want them to think they know.” fan goat GIF by UCF Knights Giphy 3. They’re neutral observers “Observe the person. It helps if you’re naturally empathetic. You can tell when they’re being sincere or when there’s motivation. You can hear it in their voice when they’re nervous, jealous, or uncomfortable. You can see it in their face. You can feel when their energy pauses, dips, or spikes. The key is to be neutral yourself. If you’re not invested in the outcome of the interaction at all, you can read others better.” “My mom is the one who tipped me off to this. She said it was the key to learning about our lives when we were preteens and teens. She said she was careful not to ever react in big ways to anything we said, especially if it was negative, because if she did we would be more likely to stop providing info. If she acted neutral, we’d keep talking.” 4. They had unpredictable parents “Some people who grew up with unpredictable parents become hyper-observant of micro-expressions. When coupled with empathy and a good memory, they can ask good questions at the right time, or pick up on unspoken emotions (or intentions/danger). This can be a blessing and a curse.” “This is exactly how I got good at reading people. If I found myself unable to predict what my father was going to do next, there’s a good chance bad things happen to me. It’s born out of necessity.” 5. They know you before you open your mouth “They clock your mood or thoughts before you’ve even said anything. They would ask really specific questions. Not nosy, just oddly on point. Also, watch how fast they adjust. You’re all fired up, and they’re calm and grounding.” 6. They’re accurate “When they say something about you that you’ve never told anyone, but it’s scarily accurate… like ?? How do you know that, that’s when you know they’re built different.” Think Tap Tap GIF by DraftKings Giphy 7. They may sabotage themselves “People who are highly intuitive, very observant and understands people dynamics usually at the expense of knowing themselves well at times.” “OH MY GOD. This. This this this. This is exactly my wife who is by far the best people person I’ve ever seen…and she’s terrible at understanding herself or solving her own problems.” 8. They understand receptivity “Children and animals like and trust them. They are constantly aware of the receptivity levels of others.” Snow White Hello GIF by Disney Princess Giphy 9. They ask the right questions “When they ask lots of questions to people, especially when they’re based off observations. You usually don’t ___ and i see now you’re ___, is everything alright? Since you’ve been dating your partner, I’ve noticed _____. What’s up? I’ve noticed when you feel like ____ you usually do _____, and you’ve been doing ____ lots recently, how come? NEVER in a way which sounds or is judgemental, is always evidence based, and as a result people are often willing to open up and elaborate more without fear of being judged. My friends do this and I try so hard to learn from them.” 10. They don’t show it “One of the biggest signs that someone is exceptionally skilled at reading people is that they don’t show it. People who are truly skilled observers mask their awareness and let others underestimate them while they quietly collect insight. They downplay their intuition and pretend to guess poorly. Also, they ask or say things that are psychologically strategic.” 11. You don’t know them, but they know you “You feel super close to them, very comfortable sharing anything with them and consider them a close friend. In retrospect, you realize you know next to nothing about them beyond the surface.” 12. They can make friends with anyone “I had a friend who was insanely good at reading people. He once told me ‘if I want you to be my friend, you will.’ I believed it too. He could be friends with anyone.” “That’s kinda creepy ngl, smacks of the Machiavellian type more than the empathetic type.” Season 3 Friends GIF by Nanalan Giphy 13. You’re afraid to lie around them “You feel like you’re talking to a raven and you’re scared to lie.”   This article originally appeared last year. The post The 13 signs that someone is ‘dangerously good’ at reading people appeared first on Upworthy.

Alright, that’s it. We’ve finally had enough in this country. In a move that’s long overdue, we’re finally cracking down on… *checks notes*…basic human kindness? The orders have come straight from the top. Being nice to people who are different than you is now bad. Creating environments that are welcoming and inclusive of everyone? Also bad. What’s most disturbing is just how far these mandates are trickling down—all the way into our schools. A 6th grade teacher in Idaho was recently told by school administrators to remove a controversial sign from her classroom. She refused. An angry elementary school teacher sits in class Canva Earlier this spring, world civilization teacher Sarah Inama at Lewis and Clark Middle School was told that one of the posters in her class was inappropriate. The school asked her to remove it. Initially, she complied, but upon reflection and discussion with her husband, decided that it didn’t feel right. She needed to take a stand. So Inama put the poster back up and left it visible for all to see, even after administrators warned her she could lose her job over the noncompliance. Finally, among growing outcry and threats of termination, Inama decided to resign rather than remove the poster. She bravely decided to stick up for her controversial beliefs, even though she knew her personal opinion may not be popular. Just wait until you see the outrageous sign. Here it is: Seriously, that’s it. The sign reads “Everyone Is Welcome Here” and shows hands of different colors. This is the poster that was deemed not appropriate for the public school environment. The district’s chief academic officer Marcus Myers clarified that, “The political environment ebbs and flows, and what might be controversial now might not have been controversial three, six, nine months ago.” Inama’s sign was said to have violated the school’s “content neutral” policy, which prohibits any speech or messaging that might reflect personal opinions, religious beliefs, or political ideologies. What’s hard to believe is that a sign meant to show kids that they are welcome in Inama’s classroom somehow reflects a “personal belief” that the school won’t tolerate. The sign made no mention of religion or LGBTQ+ identities or political ideologies; and it was still deemed too woke. That’s extremely frightening. Inama received an outpouring of support from the community, but it wasn’t enough to change the district’s mind. After her resignation, she didn’t hold back, sharing her resignation letter with local news.   View this post on Instagram “This will be my last year teaching in the West Ada School District, and it saddens me to leave under these circumstances,” Inama’s letter begins. “I cannot align myself nor be complicit with the exclusionary views and decisions of the administration. It is deeply troubling that the people running this district and school have allowed a welcoming and inclusive message for my students to be considered controversial, political, and, worst of all, an opinion.” “I hope for the sake of the students in your district that you can remember the core values of public education,” she concludes. “To serve all citizens, foster an inclusive and safe learning environment, and protect your staff and students from discriminatory behavior.” And now, the education system has lost a talented and passionate teacher because of it. But at least Inama hasn’t gone quietly, and with millions of outraged supporters all over the country and now world, we probably haven’t heard the last of this case. This article originally appeared last year. It has been updated.The post 6th-grade teacher quits rather than remove harmless sign from her classroom appeared first on Upworthy.

The final full Moon of winter arrived on March 3, which means springtime is officially around the corner. If you haven’t been counting down until the flowers begin to bloom, the grass turns green, and your sneezing moves into overdrive, it’s just days away. We don’t know about you, but we’re pretty darn excited for a change of season. Spring means more sun, longer days, and new life all around. This year’s Worm Moon was also a Blood Moon, which appeared crimson in the sky. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ABC News (@abcnews) The Blood Moon Appears Because of a Lunar Eclipse “During a total lunar eclipse, the Moon appears dark red or orange. This is because our planet blocks most of the Sun’s light from reaching the Moon, and the light that does reach the lunar surface is filtered through a thick slice of Earth’s atmosphere. It’s as if all of the world’s sunrises and sunsets are projected onto the Moon,” NASA explains. ABC News shared beautiful images from the March 3 Blood Moon on Instagram. “The Worm Moon rises over cities around the world, including New York, Frankfurt, and Buenos Aires, on Monday night,” the caption reads. Fans loved seeing the Moon in all it’s glory. “Stepping in from my balcony, it’s 2:20 a.m. in Santa Cruz, CA,” someone wrote. “I’m steps from Seacliff Beach. Foggy weather, but the universe always provides! We are halfway there!” Insane beauty pic.twitter.com/aG5Da6byif— JACKIE (@KriderJackie) March 3, 2026 Many people posted their Blood Moon photos on social media, and they are positively breathtaking. These changes of scenery are constant reminders that the world is constantly moving around us, and it’s important to slow down and take a look from time to time so we don’t miss it. This story’s featured image can be found here.

It’s getting harder to distinguish adult drinks from kids’ drinks these days. In recent years, adult beverage makers have created new versions of traditionally “soft“ drinks and made them “hard,” whether it’s seltzer, kombucha, soda, lemonade, or juice boxes. So, it’s easy to be fooled when reaching into the back of the fridge for a kids’ drink and finding a Cutwater 11% ABV Lemon Drop Martini instead. Recently, the South Fulton Police Department in Georgia shared a post about a Cutwater Lemon Drop Martini can in a lunch box. For the uninitiated, Cutwater drinks have double, and sometimes triple, the alcohol content of the average can of beer. With sweet flavors like Tiki Rum Mai Tai, Strawberry Margarita, and Rum Mojito, some mistake them for kids’ drinks. To call attention to the problem, the South Fulton Police Department posted a pretty hilarious warning on Facebook, urging parents to watch what their kids bring to school: “Say Twin… Before you send them babies off to school…CHECK. THE. LUNCHBOX. That is NOT Capri Sun.That is NOT Apple Juice.That is a whole ‘Parent had a long night’ starter pack. Now little Johnny done pulled up to 3rd period talking about: ‘Who want fruit snacks?’ knowing good and well he got a Lemon Drop Martini in the zipper pocket. TIGHTEN UP TWIN! We know mornings can be hectic…But your child shouldn’t be the only one in the cafeteria with a beverage that requires an ID. Quick Parent Checklist:• Homework • Lunch packed • Alcoholic beverages If it says 12% ABV… it does NOT belong next to a PB&J.Check the lunchbox before the school resource officers gotta do inventory at recess.” ‘Say Twin’ has become a local catchphrase The department’s use of “Say Twin” in its messaging has been a hit with locals. “‘Hey twin!’ It’s a term of endearment that’s here that has just taken off, especially in Atlanta,” South Fulton Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs told Atlanta News First. “It’s bringing light to real issues that we’re facing in our community. We’re meeting residents where they are, so they can actually get it.” Coming Soon! Cutwater Lemon Drop Martini A perfect balance of their award winning vodka, tart lemon juice and a splash of sweetness pic.twitter.com/DcC60GLWMP— DollDistributingCB (@BudweiserCB) February 21, 2024 The police department clarifies “confusion” around the story Police in Georgia said an alcoholic beverage was found in a student’s lunch box earlier this week. Read more: https://t.co/XaGBKNvoFN pic.twitter.com/5KLkEkfu18— ABC News 4 (@ABCNews4) February 26, 2026 After the story went viral, media outlets began poking around and asking South Fulton schools about the incident to find out where it happened. However, it didn’t. After the initial post, the South Fulton Police Department admitted the story wasn’t true. It posted a clarification in the comments: “Important: This did NOT happen in the City of South Fulton or in Fulton County Schools.We’re sharing this because media outlets have started contacting local schools asking where it happened, and we don’t want any confusion in our community.The real takeaway here is awareness. Across the country, there’s growing concern about alcoholic drinks being packaged to look like non-alcoholic ones and even being placed near them in stores, which can lead to honest mix-ups.Friendly reminder to: Double-check lunchboxes and backpacks Keep alcohol stored safely and out of reach Talk with kids about only drinking what a trusted adult gives themWe appreciate y’all helping us spread awareness and keep our community safe “ Was the update a clever backtrack after getting caught creating a fake story? Or was the original post a playful way to educate parents about a real problem the department never expected to be taken seriously? That’s for the people of South Fulton to decide. The post inspired some hilarious comments Even though the story was later proven false, the comments on the post are still pretty hilarious. “Idk about y’all, but those 12% ABV be hitting pretty hard with that Smuckers Uncrustable on a hot summer’s day on the lake,” one person wrote. “That kid was trying to get a little turnt at school today,” another added. Some folks in the comments thought the drink may have been for the kid’s teacher. One joked, “… it was really sent for the teacher as a peace offering.” Kids mistaking adult beverages for soft drinks is a real problem A teacher in the San Antonio, Texas, area made a big mistake last summer, proving South Fulton’s warning wasn’t entirely unwarranted. The educator accidentally handed out Hard Mountain Dew drinks to students on the last day of seventh grade. One child went to the hospital after ingesting a Hard Mountain Dew Baja Blast Pineapple. The student drank nearly half a can and felt disoriented while at school. “He says it tasted a little different,” Aaron Corso, the boy’s father, shared with KENS 5 News. “But he didn’t think too much of it. Because he doesn’t drink too much soda. He hardly drinks soda at all.”  This story from Texas and the warning out of Georgia are reminders to parents everywhere to be mindful of where they store alcoholic beverages, especially those that resemble soft drinks. The post Georgia police department shared a warning about kids bringing adult drinks to school. Only problem is it wasn’t real. appeared first on Upworthy.

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