Here’s What People Who Are “Hard To Read” Want You To Know

Here’s What People Who Are “Hard To Read” Want You To Know

Some people wear their hearts on their sleeves – you always know exactly where you stand with them. However, with others, you have to work a little to decipher our thoughts and feelings. If you have one of those enigmatic types in your life, here’s a peek inside our hearts and minds. We promise we’re not purposely trying to be difficult!

1. Our Stillness Isn’t Coldness.

smiling woman in coffee shop

We might not wear our emotions on our faces 24/7, but that doesn’t mean we’re cold-hearted robots. We feel things just as deeply as anyone else, but we tend to process our emotions on the inside instead of broadcasting them to the world. Think of us like a duck on a lake – calm and serene on the surface, but paddling like mad underneath.

2. We Like to Observe First.

You might find us hanging back at a party, quietly taking it all in. It’s not that we don’t like people, we just need a minute to assess the situation before diving headfirst into socializing. We want to kinda feel things out and get a handle on the vibe before we insert ourselves into it.

3. We Notice the Little Things.

Even if we’re quiet, don’t think we’re not paying attention. We’re masters of observation – a flicker in your eyes, a change in your posture, a tiny shift in the energy of the room. We might not comment on everything, but we’ve mentally filed it away. It’s how we form a complete picture of the people around us.

4. We Don’t Like Being Put on the Spot.

If you suddenly ask, “So, what’s going on in your head right now?” we’re probably going to freeze up like a deer in headlights. Our thoughts and feelings need time to marinate. We’d rather share them at our own pace than be forced into an emotional corner.

5. We Value Deep Connections Because They’re So Rare.

We might not have a million friends, but the relationships we do have run deep. We want the kind of bond where we don’t have to constantly verbalize everything, where a shared look or a comfortable silence speaks volumes. Think of it as a quality over quantity thing when it comes to our friendships.

6. We Might Be Overthinkers.

handsome guy smiling

Our brains are like hamsters on a wheel – they never really stop. So, if we seem distant or distracted, chances are we’re not mad at you, we’re just wrestling with an internal debate about the best kind of takeout to order or pondering the mysteries of the universe.

7. We’re Not Always Up for Big Crowds.

Don’t be offended if we’d rather stay in with a good book on a Friday night than hit a crowded bar. Noisy, chaotic environments overload our senses. It’s not personal, we just recharge best in quieter settings.

8. We Need Time to Recharge.

Alone time isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s essential for our mental well-being. It’s how we decompress, process our thoughts, and fill our social energy tank back up. So if we need a night to ourselves, it means we actually like you more… we’re just making sure we can be the best version of ourselves when we’re together.

9. Direct Communication is Key with Us.

Handsome young man standing and posing in the streets of Buenos Aires, Argentina.

We’re terrible at playing mind games or deciphering subtle hints. If you have something on your mind, just spit it out! Need something from us? Ask! Want to know how we feel? A straightforward conversation is always going to get the best results.

10. We Really Appreciate Your Patience.

serious woman long dark hair outside

Peeling back the layers of our personality takes time. But we promise, the reward is worth it. Beneath the calm exterior, there’s a rich inner world waiting to be explored, but only for those who are willing to put in the time and effort to truly know us.

11. Silence Isn’t Always a Bad Thing.

serious woman outside with greenery

We don’t need to fill every moment with chatter. Sometimes the best kind of connection is simply being together, without pressure to perform or entertain. Let’s ditch the awkward forced conversation and just enjoy the comfortable silence.

12. Our Actions Speak Louder Than Words.

serious hipster woman looking up

We might not be the type to shower you with flowery compliments or grand declarations of love, but we show our care in other ways. We’re the ones who show up when you need help, who remember the little details, who are quietly and consistently there for you.

13. We Hate Small Talk.

We really don’t want to talk about the weather. We want to dive into the good stuff – your hopes, your fears, your slightly weird obsession with collecting vintage stamps. If you want to connect with us, maybe skip the surface-level stuff and go deep.

14. We Might Come Across as Serious, But We’re Really Not!

It’s true, we’re not always the life of the party, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have a goofy, playful side! It just takes the right people and the right setting to unleash our inner goofball. Maybe with a few bad puns and a spontaneous dance party, you can bring it out of us.

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Gail is Bolde's social media and partnership manager, as well as an all-around behind-the-scenes renaissance woman. She worked for more than 25 years in her city's local government before making the switch to women's lifestyle and relationship sites, initially at HelloGiggles before making the switch to Bolde.
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