Blend-In...

Sometimes, I feel this way!



 

Verb

1. blend in - blend or harmonize; "This flavor will blend with those in your dish"; "This sofa won't go with the chairs" be the right size or shape; fit correctly or as desired; "This piece won't fit into the puzzle"

2. blend in - cause (something) to be mixed with (something else); "At this stage of making the cake, blend in the nuts" mix together different elements; "The colors blend well" - mix in with cutting motions

 

Society can get scary sometimes. Maybe you just need to blend in and disappear. Maybe you just don't want to confront anyone. Maybe you just hate society. Here are 13 things to do to Blend-In.

1 Never draw attention to yourself. This is the exact opposite of what you are trying to do.

2 Wear something inconspicuous. Try to avoid really bright colors and really dark colors. These can draw attention. Try to go for really average clothes. Jeans and a normal shirt / T-shirt is perfect.
 

3 Don't make eye contact. This creates chances for social contact, which you want to avoid.

4 Don't act like you are hiding. It just makes you suspicious.

5 Act busy. People don't bother you when you are busy. Try muttering something like "late, late, late!" Look constantly at your watch (make sure you actually have one).

6 If you have a friend with you, talk to them. People won't readily intrude on your conversations.

7 Look ahead. Looking directly at the back of the head of the person in front of you generally helps make you inaccessible in a hallway or sidewalk.

8 Keep silent. As a general rule, unless you are with a friend, don't talk. The exception is rule 5.

9 Look unapproachable. If you really don't want any conversation, have a mean look on your face, don't look inviting to conversation.

10 Excuse yourself. If someone does talk to you, (someone you don't want to talk to), make up an excuse. Something like "I'm sorry, I already arranged a meeting with a friend. I need to go." Or tell them your bus is coming.

11 If you are trying to avoid conversation, listen to your iPod.
 

12 Texting in public will sometimes stop people from engaging you too.

13 Try to wear faded and worn clothes. People will tend to like to notice bold and new clothes

 

Warnings:

• Don't wear anything suspicious
• Try not to stand out
• Don't trust anyone

Tips:

• Be weary if you use iPod, head phones, etc. you will be less aware of your surroundings and you will be more likely to be a victim of a crime.
• If it's sunny outside, wear sunglasses and maybe act like you're reading newspaper or a book.

Blending In sometimes gives you total freedom to shine when you want or desire to.  Blend in often, but always shine!