Backbiting

I'm not being funny but...


Ah, the classic phrase. The one we all turn to when we're more than likely about to say something somewhat grossly offensive, either to the subject.. Or behind the subject's back.

What are the chances that we're actually being truly "funny" just after we say the phrase? My guess is around 50/50 either way.

Yet the chance to offend could be deemed higher. Depending on whether the subject in question is present.

For example; Angela has been saving up her student loan for some time and just got her hair washed, cut, straightened and coloured (similar to the Skittles rainbow), at a salon of high regard. She meets up with Claire who tells her "Wow you look like the attractive sister of Lady Gaga".
Angela walks away feeling like a million dollars, due to trusting in her friend's opinion.

What Angela is unaware of; all of her friends now thinking she resembles a high society clown. Bearing in mind, a friend is meant to be honest with you, not just tell you what you want to hear... Right?

There's a thin line between love and hate and it makes you question whether a person's integrity is really at your benefit or to your ultimate misfortune.

Sometimes, a friend can be the most dangerous company; moreso than an enemy, as most enemies make it blatantly obvious that they can't stand you.

Stay safe people...