1. What I do: Estimate a size up instead of a size down when buying clothes for a gift.
Why I do it: You can still wear something that's a little big, but not a little small. No hassle exchanging it!
Why that's not okay: People will assume I think they're fat.
2. What I do: Tell people the absolute raw truth about what I did wrong.
Why I do it: I want to be honest and let them know that I take responsibility for things
Why that's not okay: People assume that I'm still making excuses or trying to look better, like most people do naturally, and therefore I look even WORSE.
3. What I do: I let my leg hair grow to almost manly lengths.
Why I do it: I am too lazy, it grows too fast, and I don't think we should have to get rid of it, considering it's supposed to be there.
Why that's not okay: In the U.S., leg hair is a sign of masculinity.
4. What I do: Talk with food in my mouth
Why I do it: If I don't time that comment correctly, they will have no idea what I'm talking about. Plus, every time I take a bite a thought pops into my head. It's as though the two are connected.
Why that's not okay: Who wants to see mouth-food?! Gross!
5. What I do: Play on playgrounds at McDonald's, parks, etc. (Just played at McD's about ten minutes ago, actually.)
Why I do it: I've always loved playgrounds and I still think they're fun. I feel like people just don't want me to have fun by putting up age limits.
Why that's not okay: I get in the way of little kids (even though they all climb on each other anyway); also parents probably think I'm creepy and inappropriate.
6. What I do: Trick-or-Treat. Except I'm not allowed to this year. My parents won't let me.
Why I do it: I LOVE costumes. I LOVE candy! I love being outside at night, and I love hanging out with friends. Halloween epitomizes my happy place.
Why that's not okay: Parents think I should go buy my own candy. Also I might get in little kids' way, but I always try to step away so they can go first.
So what about you guys? Do you do anything that's socially unacceptable? Why or why not?
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