. THIS IS WHY SOCIAL SITUATIONS ARE STRESSFUL! . At a 'Friendly ' polite dinner party, The person sitting opposite, and smiling is probably trying to dismantle your 15 years of built-up career Or Your 20-year marriage behind your back. . - At least when someone is trying to punch or stab you - You KNOW that THEY are telling the truth! . - This is why social situations are hellish and stressful And Violent situations are like 'coming home '! . .