Because conflict-avoidant Emily would never “bite” or even hiss unless Greg had done something truly horrible, on some level she processes his bite to mean that she’s terribly guilty–of something, anything, who knows what?

Susan Cain
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The idea that people can interpret others' body language in strange ways is a common theme in fiction and nonfiction, but the idea that someone might think you're guilty of something just because you're near them is a bit disturbing. Considering that Emily's bite is just a reflex, the more likely interpretation of the situation is that she's feeling jealous or envious about some aspect of Greg's life.

Source: Quiet: The Power Of Introverts In A World That Cant Stop Talking

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