The answer isn't so clear-cut, psychologists say. There are certainly times when it's polite and even socially preferable to let others go in front of you in line. However, there are times when it's best to hold your spot and let the other person wait their turn.Dr. Brandy Smith, Ph.D, a licensed psychologist with Thriveworks, suggests yielding to someone else if they:
Are strugglingHave fewer itemsRemind you of someone specialSeem like they are in a rushIt adds to your distressYou are working on people-pleasing tendenciesIt doesn't make sense (For instance, they have a full basket and you only have two items)
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7 Traits of People Who Let Others Go First in Line, According to Psychologists
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2. Helper status
In hard times, we're often told to "look for the helpers." You may be one yourself if you let others cut in front of you, even just once."Someone who is willing to do something to make someone else’s situation better is connected to wanting to be helpful," Dr. Smith shares. "It could be a momentary connection of wanting to be helpful in that moment or to that person or to that person’s plight, or it may be a broader sense of the person wanting to be helpful in general."
4. People-pleasing tendencies
Life as an empath can go too far and morph into people-pleasing. Your inner voice may pressure you to give up your spot in line, even if you have places to go or fewer items in your cart."For some, stepping aside in line is driven by discomfort with saying no or fear of being seen as rude," Dr. Lira de la Rosa says. "While the intention is usually good, it can sometimes mean putting other people’s comfort ahead of their own needs."
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6. Low urgency or minimizing one’s own time
7. Flexibility
If you regularly let others go ahead of you in line, you are more likely to have a go-with-the-flow mindset, or at least be OK with making slight, sudden pivots."They are comfortable adapting in the moment," Dr. Schiff says. "They can regulate their emotions and tolerate minor inconveniences if they pop up."Up Next:
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Dr. Holly Schiff, Psy.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist.Dr. Ernesto Lira de la Rosa, Ph.D., is a psychologist and Hope for Depression Research Foundation media advisor.Dr. Brandy Smith, PhD, is a licensed psychologist with Thriveworks.Hence then, the article about psychologists reveal that people who let others go ahead of them in line share these 7 unique traits was published today ( ) and is available on Parade ( Saudi Arabia ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
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