Why do some people not greet their coworkers? This is what psychology says.

Greeting is a fundamental action or expression for initiating social interaction with other individuals, and can therefore be performed verbally or nonverbally, as the objective is to acknowledge someone else's presence.

Within the field of psychology, this gesture is important for welcoming someone in a courteous and respectful manner. Furthermore, establishing these connections helps foster communication between human beings.

However, in certain contexts, such as work, this behavior often fails to be evident, as some people avoid any contact with their colleagues, even though they share the same space.

While not greeting colleagues can be disconcerting, psychology suggests that this reflects individual personality traits and may even be a subtle manifestation of power or self-perception dynamics.

According to a study published in the academic journal Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, people who consider themselves superior to others tend to reduce their affiliation signals.

However, this act, which may seem like a minor detail, also reveals deep motives within each human being, which tend to be associated with social anxiety and unresolved personal conflicts.

Sometimes, the lack of interaction is not caused solely by arrogance or ego; on the contrary, there are individuals who avoid engaging in conversation for fear of judgment from others.

According to psychologist Sergi Rufi of the University of Barcelona in Spain, those who suffer from this disorder may experience an intense fear of being criticized by their coworkers , which leads them to avoid any type of contact, often unconsciously.

The professional also highlights that when a person with social anxiety risks saying hello and doesn't receive any kind of response, their brain may perceive this action as a threat.

To improve situations of uncertainty, it's best to introduce yourself gradually, starting with short interactions with people you know and gradually increasing the difficulty of your connections.

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