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Individuality vs Sociability: A trivial (but apparently polemic) question
This is something my girlfriend and I have been discussion for a while and, even though it's one of the most frivolous problems I can think of, I find it incredible that our opinions are diametrically opposed.
If you're in a social gathering, should you look happy, even if you're tired or sad, in order to avoid worrying others?
My girlfriend's stance is that, pretty much like politeness in speech, you must also be "polite" in your facial expression. According to her, when you're surrounded by other people, you should try to be as friendly as possible, and smiling at others is a good way of doing that. If you look bored, people will think that it's their fault. We're social beings, and we should try to make those around us feel comfortable.
I, however, think it's important for you to be comfortable. If you don't feel like smiling, then there's no need to fake it. Should anyone be worried about your mood, all you need to say is that you're fine, and there's no reason why anyone should be bothered by your apparent lack of enthusiasm. You could just be tired, but still enjoying the company of those around you. If we're not comfortable, and try too hard to look nice, we will eventually make those around us feel uncomfortable as well.
Discuss.
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