5. You are awfully negative and every statement starts with “but” or “still”.
“I’m sure it’s just a habit, but it’s not a pleasant habit to say the least,” a man in his late 20s points out. No matter what he says, you’re ready to contradict him, and he doesn’t appreciate your negative vibe. Even when you don’t agree with him, start with, “I see what you’re saying,” before sharing your opinion. That way, you avoid sounding too negative.