Is it bad to be a serious person?

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BobbyC65 · Accepted Answer

Is serious personality good?

They boost our mood and don't burden us with their issues. But serious people may be worth more of our time. True, serious folks are unlikely to make us laugh but also are unlikely to be annoying like perky types can be. … Serious people may be more likely to make a difference in the world. May 14, 2014

ThoseCognacEyes · Accepted Answer

No. I like serious people. What I can’t stand are people who are never serious; can’t rely on them.

DizzyDesii · Answer

No but since im a goofy mf, i need to date a guy whos goofy too. I wanna spend our days laughing and loving

Bricealan · Answer

I'm glad that I feel I know you somewhat. We do entertain some serious questions and ideas.
When I first moved to CA, I felt the need to 'change' my behavior and 'self-image' from a somewhat, 'carefree' man, to a more 'serios' and goal-oriented person. My first really good job here in Orange County was with McGaw Laboratories, in Irvine, and then I moved on to Fluor Engineering and Construction. Both, wonderful opportunities for a 'young' man, as I was at that time.

My one boss at Fluor, said to me that 'I think you take yourself too seriously". My thought, is, that if you don't take yourself seriously, who will?

Had I taken that viewpoint earlier in my life and working career, I would have certainly advanced myself much further and faster.

Stay the course, Flower, and be a 'serious person that takes herself 'seriously'

ShadezMcgee · Answer

No, but there needs to be a level of levity. I get told I am too serious or uptight a lot. My brain is just wired that way. I just don't have a high tolerance level for shit that doesn't interest me or I view as irrelevant and not worth my time.

Point is that if people say that, it's because they view you as possibly being miserable or a downer incapable of being a fun person. They want to know there is someone lively and fun under it all.

cryscrys1 · Answer

I’m born looking so serious but I’m the best internally lol I blame my Easter European traits I look scary and serious
I believe people that look serious are softies. People who appear nice to me scare me the most in the end.

Sonorous · Answer

I don't think any personality type or traits are inherently bad. Like Jordan Peterson said, "They all have utility! (aka can be beneficial/good) Otherwise, they wouldn't have worked themself out like that."

But I notice that I don't tend to prefer being around people that are serious most of the time when no important objectives or goals are trying to be met. I prefer to be around people that like to goof around but understand when to be serious.

Guy13 · Answer

Serious but not toxic, Yes.

Serious but not controlling because other person can’t manage things as good as Serious can.
-Serious but not intense as defense mechanism if you disagree or challenge.

-Serious, gentle, introspective, and GIVING.

-Serious but your smile takes the edge off for him…like will hug you or smile back.

Phoenix-gb · Answer

I'd say no, but it depends on what circumstances. I feel I'm more on the serious side and find it a detriment when dating as everyone wants someone fun loving and spontaneous. I have a sense of humour and laugh at funny things, but I'm not going to be dancing on tables or running off somewhere on a whim, which I think puts some people off.

The_Shadow_Dweller · Answer

I am a serious person.
I am never off guard. So far it has helped me a lot.
I would appreciate to have someone who has the same thoughts as I have.

But I do laugh and do other things, nothing abnormal here. Just I am actively on look out for any kind of threat for me anywhere.

CuriousJC · Answer

No it's not bad to be a serious person, but it is very bad for a serious person to get upset for the minor things. For example: I bought my grandmother a mug for Valentine's Day and she got mad because she didn't ask for it instead of just taking the gift. I got so angry for I smashed into tiny pieces and wasted $20 because it was a set. I always tell people: only get serious when there's a situation that causes the person to be serious about, don't let everything piss you off for no reason.

Cherry234 · Answer

I don't think so as long as you have somewhat of a sense of humor. You can be a serious person but still have a sense of humor. I've been told by some of my relatives that I'm serious but I can also laugh at some jokes or attempt to be funny myself.

DonkeyDan · Answer

Not at all, I may seem like I mess about a lot on here, and I am pretty funny IRL but I'm also a very serious person, particularly in my job. There is a time and place for humour and for being serious.

nitsuj86 · Answer

Why not be both? Too much of anything can be bad. If you are serious all the time, yes that's a problem. You need to loosen up a bit.

But that being said, most people are too "loose" these days. Don't take life seriously, think everything should be handed to them, and be fun. We need more seriousness, just don't go overboard.

sage2021 · Answer

Sorry, but I like to be able to laugh with the people that are around me. Serious people aren't known for having a good sense of humor. Being serious is needed for serious situations. But having to be around a serious person that wears a serious face and doesn't have a sense of humor can be depressing!

WonderBell99 · Answer

It’s not bad, but it’d be good to lighten up and laugh sometimes. There is a time and place for everything. I’m a serious person, and it’s never been much of an issue for me except for making friends. My friends joke around a lot, and sometimes, it involves me, lol. I used to be very sensitive, now I’m okay.

You can be serious about your career, life and hobbies, but it’d be cool if you could lighten up around your friends and family.

Iron_Man · Answer

You’re not a problem You have always been very kind and nice to me 😊

Andro36 · Answer

No its not. I am and its great how people set their boundaries without me saying a word

Nagahime · Answer

I have a resting bitch face, so people always assume I'm serious or mean, but I'm really nott. So it's not bad to be serious.

dustybiker · Answer

You aren’t talking about yourself, are you? Did someone say this to you? You’ve always stood out as someone who has a good sense of humor.

Apulu_3 · Answer

No it isn't. I'm serious person myself too in real life.

NathanDavis · Answer

nope... I'm a serious person, never been that much of an issue

josephinelcajon · Answer

I would rather be or be dealing with a serious person

RealMarek · Answer

There is a balance to everything. It isn’t good to make light of everything.

Bruski385 · Answer

No, it’s not bad at all, just also be able to let loose. It’s good to keep people around you in check, but sometimes people need to have some fun. So, while it’s good to have a serious personality, take some time to have fun. It’s good to have a serious personality, but not to always be serious.

Ninania · Answer

Seriousness is fine as long as you're not stuck up or judgmental.

backdoorman · Answer

Depends on what you mean by a serious person. If it means you don't have a good sense of humor and are easily offended, then yeah it's a bad thing.

sirderpsalot123 · Answer

It's a good thing as long you're not uptight and I can still joke around with you.

mollyyyy37474 · Answer

yes because i’ll probably laugh or give a bad vibe back as well

skyeee_ · Answer

yeah. you need to balance having fun and being serious out or you'll eventually be overwhelmed, bored of life and missing out. life's too short

crimsonandclover2 · Answer

No, it's not  As long as you're happy with yourself, that's all that matters

exitseven · Answer

I would not say it is bad. However, being serious all the time bring with it a whole different set of problems.

Humbletallguy6ft6 · Answer

Serious people get shii done.

Shiningtempest · Answer

@flower7 There's nothing wrong with being a serious person.

Raphaëlle · Answer

No, it's not. As long as you know to have some fun and isn't serious all the time.

Jamie05rhs · Answer

No. Unless it's in a dating context. No one wants to live with a person who is serious all the time. That would be a real drag.

WonderingManII · Answer

I like someone that I can laugh with. But I don't think being serious is bad.

Bubbles16 · Answer

Well if the person never loosens up and has fun than yes

msc545 · Answer

It isn't bad, but occasionally lightening up and laughing helps a lot.

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

In a way yes. They tend to be uptight and boring. They seem miserable people.

Kingofkings1992 · Answer

No, but a balance of being serious and having fun is ideal.

GaGirls · Answer

What do you mean?

GoodGuyBreakingBad · Answer

Nope, I have a serious point about myself

RawIronhide · Answer

Why are you being so serious all the time?

Wise4myage · Answer

Only if you're serious all the time.

Realbanger87 · Answer

If it's working for you... great

jshm2 · Answer

No. But being serious, unjust and angry is.

Mediterraneansoul · Answer

It's not. At least you keep the idiots away

scott04sa22 · Answer

If you like bad boys. Go ahead

MickHardin · Answer

Let me get back to you when I stop laughing.

Gwenhwyfar · Answer

No. I am.

Danny_dan92 · Answer

Not always

krin_m · Answer

Not at all.

ChiTown33 · Answer

If you're a guy yes.

Sabretooth · Answer

up to you.

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