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9 Signs That Show Someone Quietly Bears a Grudge Against You
“To carry a grudge is like being stung to death by one bee.” — William H. Walton
Have you ever wondered why someone close to you acts strangely but can’t figure out what went wrong?
When people hold grudges, their behavior changes. They might not confront you directly, but their feelings are often hidden behind certain micro-behaviors, tiny clues that you need to decode.
If you don’t detect and address it, having someone hold a grudge against you can seriously strain your relationship.
Here are some subtle signs that someone might be secretly holding a grudge against you.
They Talk About You Behind Your Back
When people hold a grudge, they often look for something to gossip about behind your back.
Gossiping is harmful, especially if it involves spreading mean words and false narratives about you. It hurts feelings and erodes trust in a relationship.
When someone gossips about you, they share your private information, blow your flaws and mistakes out of proportion, and make you look bad before others.
