#Friendliness

@dbcurren.bsky.social

3 days ago

Why the Global Elite Gave Up on Spelling and Grammar From Epstein’s associates to Jack Dorsey to David Ellison, the rich and powerful share a seeming disregard for proper English.

“Disregarding #spelling and #grammar in a #writtenconversation can be a #powermove or a sign of #friendliness, or perhaps both at the same time, said Deborah Tannen, a #linguistics professor at Georgetown University.” www.wsj.com/lifestyle/je...

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Natha

@natha-ow.bsky.social

1 week ago

My “Worst Trait”: Friendliness

My “Worst Trait”: Friendliness

I feel like nowadays being friendly is a bad trait. And I don’t understand why. Why is it bad to be nice?

👉 n-ow.com/my-worst-tra...

#love #friendliness #friendly #life

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Experts rock - we can do this together! 🌎🦅🐕🐈‍⬛🌱

@expertsrock.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

Burger King will use AI to check if employees say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ Have it your way?

#BurgerKing #employees #friendliness #AI #technology
www.theverge.com/ai-artificia...

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Weshallmeetonthebeautifulshore

@beautifulshore.bsky.social

1 month ago

NATIONAL SHOWER WITH A FRIEND DAY - February 5 Founded in 2015 by National Day Calendar® and New Wave Enviro.

Thursday, February 5, is National Shower With a Friend Day. Start making plans now.

www.nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day...

#friendliness #goodcleanfun #soapy #bathtub #shower

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goodnight.mom

@now2026new.bsky.social

1 month ago

2/13**
🏆 Group 1: Giants of Kindness – Americas & #Oceania🇨🇦🇦🇺🇳🇿

🥇 #Canada 🇨🇦
Cities: Toronto • Vancouver
Pop: 39M
→ #Ranked 1 for openness & safety.

🥉 New Zealand** 🇳🇿
Cities: #Auckland • Christchurch
Pop: 5.2M
→ Tiny population, #3 globally in #friendliness! 💚
worldday.lol/hapy16.html

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ShaybleSanoko

@shayble.bsky.social

2 months ago

“Every man who really loves America will act and speak in the true spirit of #Neutrality, which is the spirit of #Impartiality and #Fairness and #Friendliness to all concerned.”
- President @WoodrowWilsonfan.bsky.social

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404-Error-Page

@404-error-page.bsky.social

3 months ago

Mantra means - "The mind's compassion is its jewel."
oṃ maṇi padme hūṃ hrīḥ

Next mantra means - "Buddha is Friendliness, Buddha grant karma of a long full life of friendship...."
oṃ amideva āyusiddhi hūṃ hrīḥ
#vajrayana #longevity_script #amitabha #friendliness

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404-Error-Page

@404-error-page.bsky.social

4 months ago

Amitabha’s Mantra and Name Recitation In today’s fast-paced world, authentic spiritual practice—especially when supported by a sincere Dharma community—is both rare and precious. From November 8th to 15th, 2025, Larung Gar will host an ei...

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#vajrayana #buddhist #amitabha #freeform_retreat #mantra_accumulation #sukhavati #friendliness #free #nov_2025

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Sharing the best of humanity with the world, one story at a tim…

@upworthy.com.web.brid.gy

5 months ago

A state in the Midwest edged out Texas as the 'friendliest'—sparking a fierce debate Americans are often proud of their home states for a variety of reasons. Maybe they have the best chili, whale-watching, or music scenes. Sometimes it's for more substantial reasons, like a strong statewide healthcare system or robust environmental laws. But when it comes to downright friendliness, nearly everyone thinks they're doing it right. As a Texan living in Los Angeles, it's baffled me that people don't routinely say hello—at least not in my part of town. Even when it's just me and one other person in an elevator, they will often do _anything_ but make eye contact. Back in Dallas, I'd have left that elevator ride with an Instagram follow and an invite to Thanksgiving. (Okay, slight exaggeration.) As we rolled into 2025, the World Population Review (which, according to its website, reviews "solid data" and polling, "beyond population statistics to cover economics, geography, and social trends") had a big finding about the "friendliest" state. WCCO CBS reported, "The study found that Minnesota is the friendliest state." This edged out Texas and other notoriously friendly-seeming states in that region (depending on who you ask). They continued, "So the top five is: Minnesota, Tennessee, South Carolina, Texas, and oh yes – Wyoming." They further add, "Apparently, Wyoming is so friendly that you can leave your keys in the car with the engine running and no one will touch your car." - A report on which state is the friendliest. www.youtube.com, WCCO The anchors then have a conversation about it, one of them sharing, "Part of why I'm still here is I'm having a great 'people experience.'" The other anchor chimes in, "I knew about the reputation coming in. I had a roommate from Minnesota, and he was like, 'You could just leave your house unlocked in your neighborhood and no one would bother you.' Everyone was just really friendly and kind." (He notes that people are a tad grumpy after a Vikings loss, though.) There was some pushback on the "Minnesota nice" reputation, with one anchor claiming people can be passive-aggressive. At the same time, the others hadn't quite experienced that, a few in the comments shared in the sentiment. But of course, not everyone agrees with the ranking. Over on Reddit, a recent post asks, "What's the friendliest state and why?" This got 1.6 thousand comments, and, as one might imagine, they're quite varied. One person jokes, "I predict 50 different answers, lol." What became extremely apparent early in the comments was the attempt to find a nuanced definition of what it means to be "friendly" in the first place. There was quite a distinction between what was considered "friendly" and what was considered "kind." One person writes, "I think New England has kind people, but they aren’t particularly 'friendly.' Folks won’t stop for idle chit-chat and small talk, but if they see you’re in actual need of assistance, they’ll move mountains to help a stranger." A lighthouse overlooks the ocean in Maine. Giphy Another agrees, "I can see that. Friendly can mean different things to different people. I can't speak for most of the other states in NE, but as a Mainer, we do generally keep to ourselves, but that's more about being reserved as opposed to being standoffish, though it can look like that. We're more than happy to talk to folks and have a good time. The easiest way to start a conversation as a tourist is to ask a local what restaurant they'd recommend. You'll have a great conversation, and probably some great food too!" A Jersey person enters the chat to say sometimes what is considered "friendly" feels like too much to them. "I’m from NJ, so I’m used to some abrasive but friendly strangers, if that makes sense. Like, I’ll hold the door for you, but call you a shmuck while I do. I travel to NC often, and the people there are generally just nice for no reason. Lots of baby name-calling – 'honey,' 'sweetheart' – even if they don’t know you. Also, courtesy is kind of just a given there. Part of me is creeped out by the overt kindness because I'm used to most people just minding their business, not being 'too much.'" A woman tips her hat and says hello. Giphy GIF by StickerGiant In an _Upworthy_ article from last year, staff writer Annie Reneau discussed the "nice vs. kind" debate, couched in an East Coast-West Coast rivalry. She quotes an X commenter, who writes, "Niceness is saying 'I'm so sorry you're cold,' while kindness may be 'Ugh, you've said that five times, here's a sweater!' Kindness is addressing the need, regardless of tone." Many on the Reddit thread also note that friendliness and kindness can be subjective, depending on one's ethnicity, gender, etc. It's certainly not a one-size-fits-all experience. And at the end of the day, the first commenter was correct. Nearly every state was represented with excellent reasons for why its state was lovely.

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Sharing the best of humanity with the world, one story at a tim…

@upworthy.com.web.brid.gy

5 months ago

A state in the Midwest edged out Texas as the 'friendliest'—sparking a fierce debate Americans are often proud of their home states for a variety of reasons. Maybe they have the best chili, whale-watching, or music scenes. Sometimes it's for more substantial reasons, like a strong statewide healthcare system or robust environmental laws. But when it comes to downright friendliness, nearly everyone thinks they're doing it right. As a Texan living in Los Angeles, it's baffled me that people don't routinely say hello—at least not in my part of town. Even when it's just me and one other person in an elevator, they will often do _anything_ but make eye contact. Back in Dallas, I'd have left that elevator ride with an Instagram follow and an invite to Thanksgiving. (Okay, slight exaggeration.) As we rolled into 2025, the World Population Review (which, according to its website, reviews "solid data" and polling, "beyond population statistics to cover economics, geography, and social trends") had a big finding about the "friendliest" state. WCCO CBS reported, "The study found that Minnesota is the friendliest state." This edged out Texas and other notoriously friendly-seeming states in that region (depending on who you ask). They continued, "So the top five is: Minnesota, Tennessee, South Carolina, Texas, and oh yes – Wyoming." They further add, "Apparently, Wyoming is so friendly that you can leave your keys in the car with the engine running and no one will touch your car." - A report on which state is the friendliest. www.youtube.com, WCCO The anchors then have a conversation about it, one of them sharing, "Part of why I'm still here is I'm having a great 'people experience.'" The other anchor chimes in, "I knew about the reputation coming in. I had a roommate from Minnesota, and he was like, 'You could just leave your house unlocked in your neighborhood and no one would bother you.' Everyone was just really friendly and kind." (He notes that people are a tad grumpy after a Vikings loss, though.) There was some pushback on the "Minnesota nice" reputation, with one anchor claiming people can be passive-aggressive. At the same time, the others hadn't quite experienced that, a few in the comments shared in the sentiment. But of course, not everyone agrees with the ranking. Over on Reddit, a recent post asks, "What's the friendliest state and why?" This got 1.6 thousand comments, and, as one might imagine, they're quite varied. One person jokes, "I predict 50 different answers, lol." What became extremely apparent early in the comments was the attempt to find a nuanced definition of what it means to be "friendly" in the first place. There was quite a distinction between what was considered "friendly" and what was considered "kind." One person writes, "I think New England has kind people, but they aren’t particularly 'friendly.' Folks won’t stop for idle chit-chat and small talk, but if they see you’re in actual need of assistance, they’ll move mountains to help a stranger." A lighthouse overlooks the ocean in Maine. Giphy Another agrees, "I can see that. Friendly can mean different things to different people. I can't speak for most of the other states in NE, but as a Mainer, we do generally keep to ourselves, but that's more about being reserved as opposed to being standoffish, though it can look like that. We're more than happy to talk to folks and have a good time. The easiest way to start a conversation as a tourist is to ask a local what restaurant they'd recommend. You'll have a great conversation, and probably some great food too!" A Jersey person enters the chat to say sometimes what is considered "friendly" feels like too much to them. "I’m from NJ, so I’m used to some abrasive but friendly strangers, if that makes sense. Like, I’ll hold the door for you, but call you a shmuck while I do. I travel to NC often, and the people there are generally just nice for no reason. Lots of baby name-calling – 'honey,' 'sweetheart' – even if they don’t know you. Also, courtesy is kind of just a given there. Part of me is creeped out by the overt kindness because I'm used to most people just minding their business, not being 'too much.'" A woman tips her hat and says hello. Giphy GIF by StickerGiant In an _Upworthy_ article from last year, staff writer Annie Reneau discussed the "nice vs. kind" debate, couched in an East Coast-West Coast rivalry. She quotes an X commenter, who writes, "Niceness is saying 'I'm so sorry you're cold,' while kindness may be 'Ugh, you've said that five times, here's a sweater!' Kindness is addressing the need, regardless of tone." Many on the Reddit thread also note that friendliness and kindness can be subjective, depending on one's ethnicity, gender, etc. It's certainly not a one-size-fits-all experience. And at the end of the day, the first commenter was correct. Nearly every state was represented with excellent reasons for why its state was lovely.

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A.L. Auban

@mspiwf.bsky.social

6 months ago

Neighbor Shares Sandals YouTube video by Opendoor

Here's the type of #friendliness I grew up with. Even hard my #neighbor's grandchildren watching out for me & my 👅 during Diwali.

Thankful for their protection. To this day, I can't handle the 🔥🥵 from the spices.

This cool man handed his shoes to a guy running w/o.

youtube.com/shorts/q-FQF...

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Jack Bradshaw

@jack-bradshaw.com

7 months ago

0 - The Friendly Frightened Man - 2023

1 - The Frightened Friendly Man - 2023

Figures and Characters - Fear and Friendliness

Perspectives on fear and friendliness.

0 - The Friendly Frightened Man - 2023
1 - The Frightened Friendly Man - 2023

www.deviantart.com/jackjbradsha...

#digitalart #characters #duality #fear #friendliness #people #procreateart

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Zsolt Zsemba

@zsoltzsemba.bsky.social

7 months ago

Friendliness, Cleanliness, and Good Service Friendliness, Cleanliness, and Good Service

Friendliness, Cleanliness, and Good Service
https://wp.me/p84YjG-5CF
#friendliness #bisnis #cleanliness #service #restaurant #balieats #bali #hospitality #firstimpression #zsoltzsemba

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Zsolt Zsemba

@zsoltzsemba.bsky.social

7 months ago

Negative Review: Akasa Specialty Coffee Kintamani Negative Review: Akasa Specialty Coffee Kintamani

Negative Review: Akasa Specialty Coffee Kintamani
https://wp.me/p84YjG-5Ct #akasaspecialitycoffee #coffeeshop #restaurantbali #resobali #baliresto #balicoffeeshop #zsoltzsemba #review #cleanliness #hospitality #friendliness

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Sharp Coder Blog

@sharpcoderblog.com

8 months ago

Meaning Behind the Word: Hospitably The term hospitably describes an action or manner that reflects warmth and friendliness toward guests or visitors. It indicates a welcoming attitude and an effort to make oth...

Meaning Behind the Word: Hospitably #Word #Meaning #Hospitably #Warmth #Kindness #Friendliness #Welcoming #Accommodating #Comfort #Guest #Interaction #Consideration #Courtesy #Treatment

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Sharp Coder Blog

@sharpcoderblog.com

8 months ago

Meaning Behind the Word: Hospitable The term hospitable describes a quality of warmth, generosity, and friendliness, particularly toward guests or strangers. It is often associated with the act of providing a w...

Meaning Behind the Word: Hospitable #Word #Meaning #Hospitable #Welcome #Generosity #Kindness #Comfort #Friendliness #Guest #Host #Gesture #Environment #Culture #Respect

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WIST Quotations

@wist.my-place.social.ap.brid.gy

9 months ago

Original post on my-place.social

A quotation from **John Adams**

> Virtue is not always amiable.

**John Adams** (1735-1826) American lawyer, Founding Father, statesman, US President (1797-1801)
Diary (1779-02-09)

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Sourcing, notes: wist.info/adams-john/36053/

#quote #quotes #quotation #qotd #amiability #conscience […]

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Terry Cozad Taylor

@interfaithpeace.bsky.social

9 months ago

Deal ye one with another with the utmost #love and #harmony, with #friendliness and #fellowship . . . This goal excelleth every other goal, and this #aspiration is the monarch of all aspirations.

#Bahá’u’lláh
#Baha’i
#interfaith
#wisdom

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@suepol.bsky.social

11 months ago

You don’t have to be young to enjoy your “salad days.”
Susanpollet.com

#idealism #quotes #justice #friendship #politeness #kindness #trust #joyfulness #friendliness #virtues #consideration #pleasure #detachment #selfconfidence #honesty #forgiveness #gentleness #sympathy #music #art #abstractart

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David (Dos Equis) Smith

@swashfrog.bsky.social

11 months ago

The #Luxury, #Service, #Privacy, #Cuisine, and #Friendliness encountered in #Bali #Indonesia is simply #Mindblowing. #Photography

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ᗰᗩTT 🐢🔵🟣🔴🟠

@kelarax.bsky.social

1 year ago

An Affirmation card that has a crocodile/alligator (not sure which 😅) in a bowler hat, and a shirt and tie. The card is about "friendliness".

Affirmation card for the day:

"Friendliness". Smile to make someone's day 😊

#affirmation #friendliness

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Jay Price Cartoons

@jaypricecartoons.bsky.social

1 year ago

A simple comic of Susie showing Ally a picture of him she drew…. But will he like it?

#cartoon #cartooncharacter #comic #originalcharacter #artwork #art #digitalart #illustration #drawing #story #alligator #girl #cutegirl #cute #artforchildren #cuteart #cutestory #friendship #friendliness #kindness

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Jay Price Cartoons

@jaypricecartoons.bsky.social

1 year ago

Bella meeting up with Wayne and Rita and would very much like to join them for a walk and a chat as they are both such charming young wolves.

#cartoon #cartooncharacter #originalcharacter #artwork #art #drawing #cute #digitalart #illustration #wolf #wolves #friends #friendly #friendliness #butterfly

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@ajnamdeplume #Resist ✊️🗽⚖️

@ajnamdeplume.bsky.social

1 year ago

Stopped an 87 Year Old and What She Told Me Broke My Heart YouTube video by Model Strangers

#NewYearResolution2025

#America is going to have a very hard time surviving and recovering from the next 4 years. While we fight for #democracy, we also need to try to carve out time for #kindness, #friendliness and helping others in need.

youtu.be/AMcXPHzrsS8?...

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Dinesh Yadav

@dineshy.bsky.social

1 year ago

People won't even enquire about you if you stay depressed; if you #smile, they'll ask why. A smile radiates #positivity, #warmth, and #friendliness. Smiling releases #endorphins, which are #natural mood lifters. It can reduce stress and improve overall mental and physical well-being.

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On Humans Podcast

@ilarimakela.bsky.social

1 year ago

2. BEST ON HUMAN NATURE

"What Kind of Animals Are We?" with Richard Wrangam (#21)
#violence, #peace, #friendliness, #chimpanzees

"Mothers, Fathers, and the Many Myths We Have Held" with Sarah Blaffer Hrdy (#40)
#parenting #children

Find the episode number at:
pod.link/1646943842

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Expat life in Spain

@expatlifeinspain.bsky.social

1 year ago

I deleted my X account. So far only one jerk here in Bluesky.
Hopefully this app will fly. 🍾🥂🥳 #democracy #friendliness #manners #nobullying #expatlifeinspain

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AjmaniK

@ajmanik.bsky.social

1 year ago

"By cultivating attitudes of
#friendliness towards the happy,
#compassion for the unhappy,
#delight in the virtuous, and
#equanimity towards the non-virtuous,
the mind becomes serene."
~ Patanjali #Yoga ~

(first three are relatively 'easy' but that fourth one.. oh my 🙏🏽😉)