IS being UNVERSED or IGNORANT one of  the reasons why most people are ANTI-SOCIAL?
491400
get a grip!  in my experience, the more "educated" the more likely a person is to be anti-social, which is different than merely avoiding social situations, the latter being a choice or the result of an anxiety disorder that is not statistically related to one's educational level...or to put it into a more likely and common light...trust me, the rest of the world could not care less about anyone's educational prowess, in fact, on a social level, it can actually be quite a hindrance.\n\n...and please, may we ask that you refrain from SHOUTING for EMPHASIS!  it doesn't speak well of you...
1058370
Reme 1 is right on - any time people belittle others it is out of a sense of their own insecurity.  I've seen it from people in low-paying jobs (who aren't educated enough to know what common courtesy it) and those in very high paying jobs who think they've earned the right to treat others like s***.  \n\nAs a wise instructor of mine once said, "Always take the high road - it's lonely up there."  Be the better person, and don't sink to their level.
597627
To a certain extent, blissful ignorance is an absolute prerequisite for basic daily functioning. If we were not able to tune out most of the extraneous details, bad news, and the barrage of opinions from the rest of the world, we would be incapable of making decisions and acting on them. Imagine how difficult it would be to function if we were constantly weighed down by thoughts of all the ways things could go wrong or by guilt about all the misery and cruelty in the world. In other words, a certain degree of ignorance is required in order to get through life.\n\nOn the other hand, gratuitous or willful ignorance can lead to unhappiness. If someone willfully ignores signs of problems that might lie ahead, he will be unprepared to face them when they arrive. Likewise, ignorance about other people, other cultures, etc... leads to a lot of misunderstanding, xenophobia, and racism, which makes the world a significantly less blissful place.\n\nIn the end, ignorance can make our lives easier to lead in he short run, but can result in a confusing and unfriendly world in the long run. On the other hand, education, though it requires a little extra work, is definitely worth the investment.
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.\nYou said "MOST" people & not "ALL"\n\nKeeping SILENT (most of the time) or Listening more and Talking Less--\n\nBENEFIT---They would listen more than talk---they would learn all sorts of things---by listening more they would improve themselves---there would be greater all round progress---there would be peace since there would be better understanding among people---and there would be smaller telephone and mobile bills---hee hee\n\nCONSEQUENCES OF NOT HAVING THIS SKILL---There are more arguements and fights---me first attitude---also intolerance---lack of understanding\n\n.
1140032
It's called being Ignorant and uneducated and blind to other peoples happiness.....
234120
People are shy or unsure of themselves or both.  They are scared they will mess up and people will laugh at them or think badly of them.  Personally, I love speaking in public.  Then again, I'm very out-going and sure of myself.  I also have very strong opinions and do not mind expressing them in the least.
393095
People are ignorant. There are positive stereotypes and negative stereotypes. If the majority of one group has a certain characteristic, that becomes a stereotype. The problem is that it does not leave room to individuality or behaving "outside-of-the-box". Stereotypes trap us in a role and it trap us with possibly incorrect views of others.
317368
I don't think you are anti-social. I do think you are dealing with an avoidant personality disorder (we all have something wrong with us, so don't feel too special!), a social anxiety disorder. Being anti-social is when you have serious problems that go against the measures of society (killing, pedophilia, etc.). The symptoms you are describing aren't like this. Having an avoidant personality, however, you like things to stay the same and you have trouble socially when it comes to friendships, crowds, etc. There's nothing WRONG with you. It's just that you have a different social make-up than others, and that's a good thing. I know plenty of people who do not like friends coming over unannounced--first of all, it's rude to show up uninvited and expect to be entertained!\n\nIf you want to do something productive to keep your social life in balance, perhaps you could take each friend aside and tell them that you don't really care for uninvited guests. You'd like to avoid being grumpy and feeling put out by them. If they are your true friends, they will honor this and accept that you are who you are. If they don't honor your request, well, get some new friends.\n\nSeek counselling if it really bothers you. There is help for this through therapy and medication. Good luck to you!
580308
i don't think so,to some degree i am the same way.it's not being anti-social for me it's just not wanting to have to deal with all the extra stuff that comes along with some people.i've learned that in todays society it's just not the teenagers that's keeping up a bunch of mess. but alot of adults so i just choose not to involve myself at all.
1104387
Sure there is. Fear.  People generally fear what they don't understand. So, if there is someone who has a uniquely gifted ability and there is no way to easily explain it, that person is feared, even hated.  It is sad what ignorance can create.
733801
I think this is because some people are just EXTREMLY ARROGANT , IGNORANT,STUBBORN, AND NARROWMINDED.\nI had a simmilar experience, I just ignored them, becuase their words mean nothing to me. DONT LET THOSE STUPID KIDS TRY TO KEEP YOU DOWN, THEY JUST WANT TO SINK YOU GARBAGE DOWN.
16885
in my own opinion, i feel that is societys fault..  the world has changed to where society is teaching people to be selfish  self absorbed,basicly non caring about no one but themselves.....I myself have seen so many changes in this world and i believe that as a whole,,the human race is becoming anti social
953881
I do believe that society as a whole is on a decline, we are self destructive by nature. You really do seem like a good person, but people who don't share your views on major issues such as politics,religion etc....can be very vicious and mean.  It seems they are threatened in a way by opposition and that's why they are lashing out at you instead of having a common respect for your individual opinion. Please don't take it personally, they don't know you. Focus on all the positive things said by those who do, besides if you know in your heart that your a good person then it should not matter what other people think (I know it's easier said than done). I'm a sensitive person too and you'll agree when I say it's a blessing and a curse as well. I've had to harden my heart to some things and keep it soft towards things that really matter. Keep your chin up and try not to let anyone upset you, Take Care.
950783
I agree with you 100%, a lot of people are still driven by stereotypes, and hate. Some people may find their questions amusing. Some people may not have had the opportunity or desire to understand people. There really isn't much difference amongst people of different races or genders. We all need to eat, we all need shelter, we all long for love and acceptance. We all get sick, we all bleed. We all use the toilet. Let's broader our horizons and ways of thinking we are all humans trying to live, period.
69985
well, if your experiece is that people won't even take the time to get to know you then it's natural for you to want to be rude to them. those jerks... they left you all alone!! so yes, i would say it's human nature... therefore normal for you to be rude and untalkitive.
381648
When you live in a society, it takes guts to be rude,mean throughout your life.You can be labelled as an eccentric & despised by neighbours & relatives.\nBut when you are on net, the most cowardly person becomes bold,airs his views & does all that he can never dare to do in real life.
177619
Because if you are like me, when I'm around people I don't seem to fit in.  I am not very sociable mainly because I am shy.  I am not not good with small talk.  When I am home I am not under all the pressure of trying to fit in and be sociable.