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Topic: Assumptions
singmesweet Joined Mon 07/28/08 Posts: 26661	Sat 05/30/09 07:43 PM
I only make assumptions which are reasonable surmise based on their representation of themselves. Specifically as it pertains to this site, I can reasonably assume that someone who refuses to type in complete sentences or fails to use any form of punctuation WILL inevitably annoy the sh*t out of me. I do make those kinds of assumptions on here as well.

Dan99 Joined Sat 08/23/08 Posts: 14941	Sat 05/30/09 07:46 PM
Do you tend to make assumptions about people you don't know? Or, do you ask questions and get to know them first? No, i make DECISIONS about people i dont know and stick with them no matter what evidence i find out to the contrary. haha

msmyka Joined Sat 03/22/08 Posts: 17079	Sat 05/30/09 07:46 PM
Do you tend to make assumptions about people you don't know? Or, do you ask questions and get to know them first? No, i make DECISIONS about people i dont know and stick with them no matter what evidence i find out to the contrary. haha You would make an excellent CSI!

singmesweet Joined Mon 07/28/08 Posts: 26661	Sat 05/30/09 07:47 PM
Do you tend to make assumptions about people you don't know? Or, do you ask questions and get to know them first? No, i make DECISIONS about people i dont know and stick with them no matter what evidence i find out to the contrary. haha

Thoughtfulthug Joined Tue 05/05/09 Posts: 514	Sat 05/30/09 07:50 PM Edited by Thoughtfulthug on Sat 05/30/09 07:52 PM
I don't know. That is a scary thought about someone resorting to assume the worst out of somebody and then not acknowledge the evidence that proves that it is not true. That is why I think it is best to assume the best out of someone instead of the other way around. Pretty much a practical way to get to know someone. I assume.

plain_jane1 Joined Sun 09/14/08 Posts: 692	Sat 05/30/09 08:49 PM
I think most people make assumptions, but I try not to. You never know what someone is like underneath everything projected. So personally I like to ask questions and get to know them first. I assume that's the best way to handle it.

Quantumthoughtbubble Joined Tue 11/18/08 Posts: 494	Sun 05/31/09 03:40 AM
Well, I don't usually make assumptions based on cultural or ethnic stereotypes. My downfall is that I assume everyone is trustworthy, everyone has a sense of humor and the worst assumption of all, that everyone loves me....! I've unintentionally upset a few people right here on mingle, cuz I've joked around, or gotten too friendly with them... I just can't seem to be able to change my goofy behavior. I love you mahan and i assume you love me(my doggie style) too.............but not you mahan, you really pissed me off when you made my hair and teeth fall out!

gayfifer Joined Sat 04/04/09 Posts: 6655	Sun 05/31/09 03:41 AM
i assume everyones mad but me.

prisoner Joined Tue 01/06/09 Posts: 5129	Sun 05/31/09 03:47 AM
i assume everyone is "out to get me",paranoia keeps me "on my toes". be seeing you

Quantumthoughtbubble Joined Tue 11/18/08 Posts: 494	Sun 05/31/09 03:50 AM
I assume that just because I'm paranoid doesn't mean they're not following me.

Robin2007 Joined Sun 11/11/07 Posts: 253	Sun 05/31/09 03:53 AM
Try to ask the right questions,even though some may think that's too old fashioned

MahanMahan Joined Wed 01/21/09 Posts: 5844	Sun 05/31/09 04:24 AM
Try to ask the right questions,even though some may think that's too old fashioned OK, here goes... 1. Come here often? 2. What's yer sign? 3. Are you bipolar by any chance?

MahanMahan Joined Wed 01/21/09 Posts: 5844	Sun 05/31/09 04:26 AM Edited by MahanMahan on Sun 05/31/09 04:28 AM
Well, I don't usually make assumptions based on cultural or ethnic stereotypes. My downfall is that I assume everyone is trustworthy, everyone has a sense of humor and the worst assumption of all, that everyone loves me....! I've unintentionally upset a few people right here on mingle, cuz I've joked around, or gotten too friendly with them... I just can't seem to be able to change my goofy behavior. I love you mahan and i assume you love me(my doggie style) too.............but not you mahan, you really pissed me off when you made my hair and teeth fall out! QTB, You know both Mahans love you. Now get over here, take out yer dentures and lose that hideous wig, get on your knees and do what you do best.

TxsSun Joined Wed 05/20/09 Posts: 14582	Sun 05/31/09 11:10 AM
Ok, ok, I did make an assumption and the sad part is I do know them. And I do know the truth. I just opened mouth and inserted foot, not being logical. I will admit it, now how to fix it

KimmiM Joined Sat 12/27/08 Posts: 1694	Sun 05/31/09 03:15 PM
Do you tend to make assumptions about people you don't know? Or, do you ask questions and get to know them first? I actually pride myself in not making general assumptions about people. I try to take them at face value at first and reserve my opinion until I get to know them better. I wish more people did that. I find it funny that so many people feel the need to jump on someone (especially on sites like Mingle) because they write or speak something that is outside the norm... or what they think is outside the norm, without taking time to figure out who the person is, not just what they say. I've always thought that it is better to open your mind and keep your mouth shut, and you can learn a lot that you'd have never guessed. Eh... ironic post, I'd say.

Totage Joined Sat 10/13/07 Posts: 24210	Sun 05/31/09 03:17 PM
Do you tend to make assumptions about people you don't know? Or, do you ask questions and get to know them first? Yes, most of the time I'm correct.

JimmyTheGent Joined Wed 03/25/09 Posts: 1111	Sun 05/31/09 03:19 PM
I always ask questions Lots of them!! I deny the charges.

singmesweet Joined Mon 07/28/08 Posts: 26661	Tue 06/02/09 11:15 AM
Do you tend to make assumptions about people you don't know? Or, do you ask questions and get to know them first? I actually pride myself in not making general assumptions about people. I try to take them at face value at first and reserve my opinion until I get to know them better. I wish more people did that. I find it funny that so many people feel the need to jump on someone (especially on sites like Mingle) because they write or speak something that is outside the norm... or what they think is outside the norm, without taking time to figure out who the person is, not just what they say. I've always thought that it is better to open your mind and keep your mouth shut, and you can learn a lot that you'd have never guessed. Eh... ironic post, I'd say. Your post was ironic, or the thread?

lilith401 Joined Wed 10/31/07 Posts: 19593	Tue 06/02/09 11:23 AM
I don't know. That is a scary thought about someone resorting to assume the worst out of somebody and then not acknowledge the evidence that proves that it is not true. That is why I think it is best to assume the best out of someone instead of the other way around. Pretty much a practical way to get to know someone. I assume. That is equally biased and ridiculous. The best way is to simply acquire information, them place it into context. That is what is practical. Don't go positive or negative.

TxsGal3333 Joined Tue 09/05/06 Posts: 76438	Tue 06/02/09 11:26 AM
Hummm would it be call assumptions or judgment?