From Butter to Bitter
The Weird Reality of Flattery and Silence Have you ever met someone who showered you with compliments, praised every move you made, made you feel like the sun in their solar system only to vanish like a ghost when you least expected it? Welcome to the weird reality of flattery. The Sweet Start It begins like a honey-dipped fairytale. People flatter some genuinely, but many strategically. They applaud your talents, laugh a little too hard at your jokes, and call you their inspiration. You’re suddenly “amazing,” “the best,” or even “life-changing.” And honestly, who doesn’t enjoy that warm serotonin rush? But here’s the kicker: flattery often isn’t about you. It’s about them. The Real Motive? People flatter when they want something validation, attention, influence, access, or even just to be liked. It’s a currency. A smooth entry ticket. Sometimes, it’s harmless. Other times, it’s a façade. Once they get what they came for or realize you’re not “useful” anymore their interest fades ...