Ever had that feeling when someone just doesn’t like you, and you’re left scratching your head trying to figure out why? We asked our audience on Facebook this very question, and the responses were as varied as they were hilarious. From walking away with a smile to pretending they don’t exist, here’s what people had to say.
“I Don’t!”
Melinda doesn’t bother with people who don’t like her. “I don’t have to be everyone’s cup of tea,” she shares. “I’m happy in my little world, others can think what they want. […] as long as you don’t attack others for their feelings. That, my friends, is when the beast in me comes out!”
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Polite, But Keep It Minimal
Susana’s strategy is to limit contact as much as possible. She says, “When forced to be around them, I’m the most polite version of myself. But it shows on my face that I know and that the feeling is mutual.”
Kill Them With Kindness
One cheeky responder said, “Be really, really nice to them when you see them and smile. It [expletive] them off big time!”
And another chimed in, “Be pleasant; it drives them crazy.”
Apologize and Let It Go
Kay has been in this situation before and suggests apologizing for whatever might have caused the issue. “Then, let it go. If someone doesn’t make you feel good about yourself stay away from them. Sometimes it may be God intervening and eliminating individuals who aren’t good for our well being even if we don’t understand at first.”
Pray and Move On
Delilah has a different approach: “I don’t worry about who doesn’t like me. I’m kind to everyone. If they don’t want to stay friends, so be it. I don’t hate them, but I pray for them. Life goes on—don’t worry, be happy!”
Ghosting at Its Best
Susan takes no prisoners: “I don’t deal with them. I pretend I never saw that person; they’re ghosted. I’m too old for anyone’s sh*t!”
Respect and Good Wishes
Another gentle approach came from a commenter who wrote, “I treat them with respect and wish them happiness. I pray they are happy and successful.”
A Nod to Good Manners
Kelly keeps it polite. “I’m polite and cordial in honor and respect for my parents. […] To each his own, but be nice.”
Work Smarts
“In a work situation, I’m polite and professional. We don’t have to like each other; we just need to work together,” another practical commenter noted.
No Time for Fakes
Ally has no interest in fake friendships: “I prefer NOT to have fake friends. I don’t want that person in my circle if they don’t like me. I Let them go. Mentally think nothing of them. We are all like grains of sand on the beach. That grain is not affecting me. I’m going to live my best life regardless of that person.”
Who, Me? Unlikeable?
Isabelle joked, “What? Some people don’t like me? That’s impossible, I am sooo lovable.”
Faith to the Rescue
Philomena relies on her faith. “Jesus is with me. The world will never like you, but it doesn’t matter. I pray for them […] I ask God for grace and mercy.”
Live and Let Live
And then there’s this simple wisdom: “I love people, but it’s a two-way street. There are some folks I just prefer not to associate with. Be cordial and move on.”
Love, Live, Laugh!
Mandy had a simple way of dealing with it and I like that: “It’s their problem, not mine. Don’t let others opinion influence or effect you. Love, live, laugh.”
Find What Works for You
Whether it’s ghosting, killing them with kindness, or leaning on faith, there are countless ways to deal with people who don’t like you. Find what brings you peace and keep living your best life. After all, you can’t please everyone, but you can always please yourself—and that’s what really counts!
