Although I wasn't here the day we had the 'switching registers' lesson, from talking to friends and having a group discussion in class, the topic has really sparked my interest. So many times throughout the course of a day I change my mannerisms and speech to tailor to people, discussions and interactions with people of all generations. Being adopted by an older couple at a young age gave me an advantage to interacting with others. It helped me learn to interact with people from any generation, being able to distinguish between when it is appropriate to say one thing and do another has been one of the most valuable lessons I've learned so far. So many people constantly tell me how able I am to fit into any social situation, although I wouldn't necessarily say I'm a social chameleon, I have been called this many times by more than one person. The saying "don't bullshit the bullshitter" doesn't necessarily apply to me although most people automatically think that being overly charismatic instantly makes you someone who can't be trusted. I would go as far to say that I'm quite the opposite. Most people that know me would tell you I'm a terrible liar, although it typically doesn't really go along with having a social personality, I pride myself in being as honest as I can be and I think that reflects in everything I try. I've always subconsciously known that I have social registers but never was able to put a label on it or start that conversation with others. I wish I could have been there for the class activity but at the end of the day, it's nice having my thoughts confirmed after years of always questioning myself on why people tend to change the way they speak around certain people.
tinybuddha.com/blog/what-it-means-to-just-be-yourself-and-how-to-do-it/ "Whats wrong with just being you?" - Anonymous
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