What you see is what you get
Why do some folks when first meeting a previously unknown person feel the need to say this
What are they trying to convey?
Also: Take me as you find me
Don’t mess with me
Like it or Lump it
I can never decide if it is assertive , defensive , a threat or arrogance
Example : A new boss introduced himself to me stating ‘ I’m always nice to begin with’ to which I replied ‘ And so am
I was old enough to be his mother , possibly his Granny!
Is it me or am I getting mixed messages