Laurieheels Posted March 23, 2002 Share Posted March 23, 2002 To carry on a subject from another area... What do you thing is the world's most dangerous question? I suggested it was... "Can you do me a favour?" Because answering yes could mean anything, possibly result in poverty, injury, or death. Can you think of any other Dangerous questions people can ask? Questions that make you cringe, questions that could spell disaster no matter how you answer? Not to spoil it, but I think another is when a woman like myself asks "Do I look fat?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Posted March 23, 2002 Share Posted March 23, 2002 Wife asking husband "Does my bum look big in this?" Man is born in freedom, but soon becomes enslaved, in cages of convention from the cradle to the grave - Jeff Waynes War Of The Worlds/Sung by David Essex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Posted March 23, 2002 Share Posted March 23, 2002 Wife asking Husband "Does my hair look OK?" Man is born in freedom, but soon becomes enslaved, in cages of convention from the cradle to the grave - Jeff Waynes War Of The Worlds/Sung by David Essex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShockQueen Posted March 24, 2002 Share Posted March 24, 2002 I'm not sure about dangerous questions, but I have a few dangerous STATEMENTS: 1. Trust me! 2. I know what I'm doing. 3. Don't worry about it. 4. I've done this before. This is bad enough, but if someone says: Trust me, I know what I'm doing! Don't worry about it..I've done this before.... RUN! RUN LIKE HECK because something is about to BLOW UP! SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xaphod Posted March 24, 2002 Share Posted March 24, 2002 " What are you thinking about? " I remember my best (and 100% honest) answer one occasion was 'the design of infrasonic bass speakers'. The reply to this was 'Oh'. It's surprising how much emphasis can be put into a mere monosyllable. Amongst other things, it conveyed that I was in the doghouse again ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Shoe Posted March 24, 2002 Share Posted March 24, 2002 I don't know about dangerous questions, but I once had a friend to whom you only had to say: "I've never been there before", and you'd end up going! We once drove 9 hours to get to Land's End in Cornwall because a mutual friend made the dreaded observation. On another occassion three of them ended up sleeping overnight in Paris airport with absolutely no money! Mind you, these trips were an absolute hoot! Graduate footwear designer able to advise and assist on modification and shoe making projects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highluc Posted March 24, 2002 Share Posted March 24, 2002 How about: "Why don't men wear heels anymore?" Be youself, enjoy any footwear you like and don't care about what others think about it, it's your life, not theirs. Greetings from Laurence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firefox Posted March 24, 2002 Share Posted March 24, 2002 Well, a very dangerous question to ask me would be "You wear heels, are you gay?" I'm a very laid back person IRL, and the last time I got into a fight was at school when I was 13. However, if someone said that to me I would have to restrain myself from flooring them. Not that I ever would, but I would think they were extremely ignorant, and I'd have nothing more to do with that person. (Just an aside but a lot of the Questions seem to be about women fishing for compliments. Why do people fish for compliments? Look your best and if people like it they will tell you. If they tell you without asking then they're more likely to mean it) _________________ Believe in your right to wear what you want <font size=-1>[ This Message was edited by: Firefox on 2002-03-24 15:15 ]</font> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurieheels Posted March 24, 2002 Author Share Posted March 24, 2002 We fish for compliments for one of two reasons. One, insecurity. Two, which I go in for, we need more attention than we may be getting at that moment. Oh, a third - it's a test. A sneaky little test that makes men uncomfortable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Firefox Posted March 24, 2002 Share Posted March 24, 2002 It never makes me feel uncomfortable. I just say "You look great". There is no other answer, which is why it is not really a proper question! If I say "You look great", and they didn't ask, then they know I mean it. If they fished it might or might not be true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xaphod Posted March 25, 2002 Share Posted March 25, 2002 Following on from the 'fishing for compliments' idea .... Having been caught out before, I prepare a totally 'off the wall' response to the 'what are you thinking about' question. If, at the time, I'm thinking something along the lines 'God this is boring, I'd rather be sailing close hauled into a force 7', then, to keep the domestic peace, I have something innocuous to say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xaphod Posted March 25, 2002 Share Posted March 25, 2002 Let's get away from this trivial man/woman stuff and ask the Nuclear Option question. If you have a dark side, you will appreciate:- What's the point of it all .... why bother ? (sorry, Laurie, if this presses too many buttons) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurieheels Posted March 26, 2002 Author Share Posted March 26, 2002 On 2002-03-25 19:19, xaphod wrote: Let's get away from this trivial man/woman stuff and ask the Nuclear Option question. If you have a dark side, you will appreciate:- What's the point of it all .... why bother ? (sorry, Laurie, if this presses too many buttons) It does press many buttons, maybe because I ask that question a lot these days. I'm still smiliing so the need to apologize is not important, I am fine with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yamyam Posted March 26, 2002 Share Posted March 26, 2002 I think the most dangerous question is "What's the worst that can happen?" Obsessed is such a strong word. I prefer to think of myself as "differently enthusiastic" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Posted March 27, 2002 Share Posted March 27, 2002 Dentist asking patient "Tell me when it hurts" Man is born in freedom, but soon becomes enslaved, in cages of convention from the cradle to the grave - Jeff Waynes War Of The Worlds/Sung by David Essex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Shoe Posted April 2, 2002 Share Posted April 2, 2002 "Don't forget to remind me." Graduate footwear designer able to advise and assist on modification and shoe making projects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShockQueen Posted April 2, 2002 Share Posted April 2, 2002 Usually, I'll respond and say "Oh, hey....don't forget to (what they said). There...now I've fulfilled my obligation". Only best done between good friends though, since some don't get the humor in it. SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xaphod Posted April 3, 2002 Share Posted April 3, 2002 To quote Yamyam "I think the most dangerous question is "What's the worst that can happen?" .... this reminds me of a joke 'Cheer up .... things could be worse' So he cheered up, and yes, things did get worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurieheels Posted April 17, 2002 Author Share Posted April 17, 2002 Just to keep the topic alive... "What happens when I push this?" Such a question usually has someone pushing whatever is in question. Bad things then happen. Also comes in versions of pull, touch, grab, squeeze, toggle and a few other verbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Shoe Posted April 24, 2002 Share Posted April 24, 2002 I actually once asked a (very pretty) cashier that about a button on her till. My friend jogged me and I pushed it by mistake and the thing went crazy. Needless to say, I didn't get the date! Graduate footwear designer able to advise and assist on modification and shoe making projects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terayon Posted April 24, 2002 Share Posted April 24, 2002 famous last statements "dont worry, it isnt loaded" "bears are hibernating at this time of year" "dont flip that switch!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurieheels Posted May 1, 2002 Author Share Posted May 1, 2002 This one came to mind while sitting around. It's dangerous because of the possible answer or response, and it's usually asked in a really bad situation.... "Are you crazy??" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yamyam Posted May 2, 2002 Share Posted May 2, 2002 On 2002-03-25 19:19, xaphod wrote: What's the point of it all .... why bother ? Actually, I'm having a slight attack of that just now . OBDangerousQuestions: "Are you sure you know what you're doing?" - especially when said by salesperson to technical person. "I put the CD in and ran setup - now what?" Obsessed is such a strong word. I prefer to think of myself as "differently enthusiastic" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azraelle Posted May 7, 2002 Share Posted May 7, 2002 Not (necessarily) a dangerous question, but, I'd really like to know, How do you complement a (usually) girl who is dressed in a gothic way? Here in So.Utah the Gothic look, which I rather like, is looked upon with about the same amount of favor (by the cops, the ruling majority, the predominent religion, most employers, etc) as a guy wearing stilletto heels and a dress. I would think that someone in goth dress would appreciate all the support She or He could get, but as an extreme introvert, I don't know, and would hate to offend.. "All that you can decide, is what to do with the time that is given you."--Gandalf, "Life is not tried, it is merely survived -If you're standing outside the fire."--Garth Brooks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesertHeeler Posted May 7, 2002 Share Posted May 7, 2002 How about this for a dangerous question: "What is the meaning of life?" Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurieheels Posted May 7, 2002 Author Share Posted May 7, 2002 On 2002-05-07 17:40, DesertHeeler wrote: How about this for a dangerous question: "What is the meaning of life?" That's easy. Life is about survival. Haven't you ever noticed how people don't want to die? They want to live! They want to survive. It is very basic and doesn't encompass much of the human drama in life, but it is a start. Of course, if you are looking for the meaning behind life existing, that I cannot answer. I can only say what we need to do as we live. And that is keep living. This is only a dangerous question if it comes up after drinking a bit too much in a group of friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurieheels Posted May 7, 2002 Author Share Posted May 7, 2002 On 2002-05-07 10:38, azraelle wrote: How do you complement a (usually) girl who is dressed in a gothic way? I would think that someone in goth dress would appreciate all the support She or He could get, but as an extreme introvert, I don't know, and would hate to offend.. You need to get a feel for the goth culture. A big, bright happy compliment is not going to go over well. You'll need to keep the comment subtle and simple. Such as "Hey, cool dress." and you leave it there. Why? Different goths have different quirks. Some are looking to stand out and be different, and they aren't happy about society. If you don't look goth, they might not respond to a lot of verbal interaction. I was a bit gothy, I can relate a bit. I was happy to be left alone and stick with friends. I was a bit shy and introverted when in goth mode, and it was about expressing inner turmoil. I didn't want to have someone talk to me about it. So keep it simple, and in passing. Just a few words, and don't dwell on the subject. If the goth can handle more talk, you'll get a response. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skenn Posted July 21, 2002 Share Posted July 21, 2002 Not a question, But, I was told "things could be worse", and they promptly GOT worse. My Mum told me "Keep smiling, it makes people wonder what you've been up to" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dexter23 Posted July 21, 2002 Share Posted July 21, 2002 Sales man: "This thing sells it self....." Shut up than !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurieheels Posted July 22, 2002 Author Share Posted July 22, 2002 how about this one... How old do you think I am? The bane of many men, I am sure, and just recently I could not get a male co worker to answer it, and he did admit to trying to avoid it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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