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7 Signs You Intimidate People (Without Realizing It)

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People call you intimidating — but you're not even trying. If you're an introvert, you've probably felt this your whole life. Cold. Intense. Hard to read. But there's actual psychology behind it — and it has nothing to do with a flaw. In this video, we break down 7 signs you naturally intimidate people without realizing it — from the way you hold silence, to why you don't need anyone's approval. If this sounds like you — watch till the end. It might finally explain something you've never been able to put into words. #introvert #psychology #personality

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suzanneshadow59 1 week, 6 days ago

Don't need validation, I know what has value and what doesn't.

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danielle_medina 2 weeks, 6 days ago

Working on yourself is a life long job. Not caring what people think or number 7 is the most freeing thing you can do

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hans-hinrichhendriks264 3 weeks ago

This video made me realize that sometimes people aren’t distant because they dislike you… they might just feel intimidated by your confidence, energy, or the way you carry yourself. A good reminder that self-awareness matters just as much as self-confidence.

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christopher_thompson 3 weeks ago

Thank you for this. I knew these things but to hear someone tell you makes you feel sane again. I literally tell ppl all the time "I'm not here to make friends , I'm here to make money"

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ekani_goswami 3 weeks, 1 day ago

I’m an observer and an introvert. It’s a funny thing for me, I prefer a night to myself at home watching yt rather than a crowded family gathering where you know damn well all our family members are just tolerating each other until at least one argument pops off 🙄. But I also really enjoy my solo trips to Vegas and being around crowds of people I don’t know. I get a kick out of the random craziness of strangers while I’m people watching 😊 because I know I can escape it at any time and hide in my hotel room.

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zoé_rousset 3 weeks, 1 day ago

Bro literally my friends don't understand why I don't get mad.

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robinhollow77 3 weeks, 1 day ago

I'm tired of being happily and quietly by myself and then having chatty people (with anxious expressions) ask me "what's wrong?" They're filled with incongruous energy and expect me to be as well.

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olivierdrift98 3 weeks, 1 day ago

ive dated many girls that told me they thought i was "unapproachable" at first and it honestly blew me away each time, cause im actually very friendly. but now it makes sense

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brendanhollow27 3 weeks, 1 day ago

As an introvert, This video was deeply satisfying to watch.

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raagini_dhar 3 weeks, 1 day ago

When anyone makes a reference to me being intimidating, I straighten my back and stare at them until they apologize.

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thibaultpixel54 3 weeks, 1 day ago

I was in an accident, brain injury, before they say I was the most outgoing extroverted person anyone could imagine. Since then I have felt myself staying inside myself. Mostly because I’m afraid of my brain injury coming out as ignorant or stupid or uneducated. A lot of the examples here I have felt growing into my personality.

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zinalsood865 3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sign 4 for me. So many people confuse my ability to stay calm in tense situations as me not caring & I can’t stand it, I dislike the person I am when I get emotional which is why I worked so hard to be able to keep my composure in those situations

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emmanuelle_maillot 3 weeks, 2 days ago

Long time viewer first time commenter... Yeah sounds about right. KEEP IT PUSHING 🤝🌹

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robinhollow77 3 weeks, 2 days ago

My inner voice provides the most meaningful conversation to date. Quality over quantity in friends is a life lesson I learned very early.

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kabir_khalsa 3 weeks, 2 days ago

the problem is them. silence allows reflection, they don't want.

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jessedavenport853 3 weeks, 2 days ago

Introverts only intimidate the weak. If your confident you aren't worried. Facts

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victoire.lucas 3 weeks, 2 days ago

I work in a field where being the controlled introvert is a card I hold very close. Stable, observant, grounded, calm, and unphased. All cards I hold in quiet silence watching, listening, observant. Not only is that priceless , they are also very valuable assets .

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pedrolucas.abreu 3 weeks, 2 days ago

As a introvert i don't care what anyone thinks except the ones i care about or like.

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kimberlyechoing26 3 weeks, 2 days ago

"It's my body - I'll do what I want..."

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ray_lewis 3 weeks, 2 days ago

I often get told “you’re imposing/intimidating/ look upset” etc etc.