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The Social Pests Classified
Published by athena goodlight in Life
August 19, 2009
No, these are not social insects in the literal sense. They are the people who simply have no regard for others. At one time or another we have encountered at least one or some. Here are the common ones.
The Overzealous Drinker
Even at parties, the overzealous drinker would route the glass and never stops until he falls flat all over. One glass does not suffice. He protests against a strict ration. Usually, this kind is never satisfied until he has his fill. Even after having enjoyed a movie, he passes by a bar to drink. Oftentimes his friends would bring him home dead to the world.
The Overzealous Host
He feeds the guests to the point of satiety. If he finds that one is on a diet, he makes fun of the guest and heaps food even against the guest’s will. This host tries to appear kind and concerned by giving more than what is asked for, thus it makes him an ill-bred person.
There is the host who gives one kind instead of the type the guest likes. When one asks for a drink of water, he gives cola, or if the request is a glass of juice, he gives beer.
Another kind of overzealous host is the one who never stops talking or peering into your faces. He does not allow the guests to enjoy themselves. Instead, he monopolizes the conversation and he will not wonder if he finds some already snoring on the chair or others leaving early instead of enjoying a longer stay.
The Fashionable Pest
This other kind of social pest can get on your nerves by trying to show off the latest signature clothes, watches, acccessories, or gadgets. The style pest would always be wearing the latest fashion trend even if it does not complement his or her physique. They don’t want to be outdressed or outmoded and they would be the ones reeking of the latest perfume brand.
The Whiner
They always have something to complain about. They are not satisfied with the weather. If it rains, they want sunshine. If it’s sunny, they wish for rain. They start the conversation with a complaint about the traffic, the government, the economy, the employment, the spouse, etc. Their list of complaints is endless.
The Debater
These people will never let you win an argument. You’d see them everywhere, even in banks, grocery cashiers, and most of all in social gatherings. They love to start a topic and look for people who will disagree or argue with their beliefs, and will never stop until the other concedes.
These are only a few examples among the many kinds of social pests. The bottom-line is, we must be sensitive to the needs of other people. Let us not be too self-serving to the point of disregarding or disrespecting others. We are humans, and as social beings, we must live harmoniously with others.
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This was a great article and does define society today!!! Great job!!
thanks for sharing! great images too!
a look inside today’s society and the regression of morals.
interesting post!
Haha, this article made me laugh! Indeed I have met someone, the worst being the style pest! I know how cringe-ey it is when someone tries on the latest trend and ends up looking like Homer Simpson.
This article kind of makes me think if I fit into one of these categories! :O
Good (and a hilarious) article!
Great article! I love the word “outmoded” very original.
Great article! I agree that there are a lot of people in today’s society like this. I can think of some that I know particularly who are debaters and whiners. they can get on your nerves. keep up the good work:)
I’ve known a few whiners in my time, and I’ll be damned if anyone wins an argument with me.
Great post!..a very interesting read. Thanks for sharing
Very interesting and enjoyable.
Great stuff
Interesting to read
Keep the good work on
best regards
Great post
And what about me? They’re calling me the Triond Troll already!
I’ve had some of these people at parties.
Yeah, I was in agreement with you, these people are such a pain. Until I reached the debater, then I was like oh God that’s me. Thanks for bursting my bubble.
Funny!