We all must have been a newcomer somewhere at some point of time. Be it a workplace, institutes or a social circle.Some must have felt the pangs of anonymity, not without some reasons, given below.
The fear of the unknown
The fear of strangers is preset in our minds, the newcomer is a stranger after all. We feel threatened by the presence of another individual in our midst.
In closed settings, a feudal mindset develops wherein people snuggle in thier comfort zones, feeding their egos in large proportions. They cannot bear to see anyone else occupying space.
Our mind requires time to adapt to anything new. During this period, it resorts to bullying as a method of communicating with the person. This affects the newcomer either ways: if he/she speaks of past achievements, he/she is a braggart. If he/she is reserved, then the person is considered quite empty.
Chain reaction
The tradition of non acceptance is actually a chain reaction that is passed down. This implies that the older folks must have gone through similar situations of non acceptance and wish to let the others get the taste of it.
Guidance
It is important for the new comer to be prepared for the ordeal and patiently observe the situation. Moreover, it is wise not to make haste-getting into the wrong company of individuals who feign friendship and misguide. Even the apparently worst individuals may prove to be the contrary in the long run.
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