Ready for this? Performative people often hate being called performative. Call them out gently, and they’ll launch into a performative defense. “How dare you question my authenticity? I’m the most REAL person!” The irony is so thick you could spread it on toast.
And the cliché? They always use the word “authentic” wrong. “I’m being so authentic right now!” they announce, while wearing a mask of carefully curated quirks. It’s like a mime shouting, “I’m speaking my truth!”
How to Deal Without Going Crazy
First, don’t take the bait. A performative person feeds on reactions. Give them a bored shrug. Watch their eye twitch. It’s strangely satisfying.
Second, laugh with them—but not at them. Gently say, “Wow, that was a very dramatic story. What’s the real version?” Nine times out of ten, they’ll be speechless. Their script just glitched.
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Lastly, check yourself. Are you being performative right now? Posting this article with a caption like “So true, love this”? Maybe. But that’s okay. The fun part is noticing.
