I frequently deconstruct and analyze social interactions, especially after meeting new people or after "emotional" or intense interactions (e.g., arguments, important business meetings, etc.). Depending on the level of intensity of the interaction, I can think about it and deconstruct for weeks. During this process I think about things like word choice, tone of voice, body language, eye contact. Sometimes I'll go over these conversations in my mind over and over again looking for clues.
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CocoRock wrote:
Question for NTs:
Do you deconstruct and analyse your social interactions in order to understand them?
E.g. If I go home from a social gathering at 10pm, I'll be awake 'til at least midnight analysing the day's interactions. I'll consider, for example: How were the things I said received by others? Was my behaviour appropriate in the context? What would be good to remember for next time?
If you do not deconstruct and analyse, then by what method do you understand your social interactions?