When a conversation is toxic, negative, and unproductive, but someone interjects with a well-timed question that disrupts the cycle and redirects the discussion toward a more constructive path. However, this shift often frustrates or even angers those who were invested in keeping the conversation toxic, as it derails their attempt to fuel negativity.
Person A: "Steve is so annoying."
Person B: "I agree, he should come off his high horse."
Matt: "Hey guys, does anyone know the answer to this question. How do I go about..."
Person A: (whispers) "There he goes "pulling a Matt" again."
Person B: "I agree, he should come off his high horse."
Matt: "Hey guys, does anyone know the answer to this question. How do I go about..."
Person A: (whispers) "There he goes "pulling a Matt" again."
by W. Leung March 03, 2025