When a woman extends her hand for you to shake it, then…
“When a woman extends her hand for you to shake it, then you shake her hand. You do not turn it up and kiss it. And it is just so creepy. Because, you know, I handed it at this angle. I handed it at the handshake angle and so I'm not giving it to you to do whatever you want with it. I'm not loaning it to you. It's like if somebody borrowed your lawnmower and you're assuming they're going to use it to mow their lawn. You don't want to find out later they put it in the ocean!”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Respect personal boundaries; avoid unwanted intimacy in greetings.
In simple terms: Don’t overstep when shaking hands.
Key Takeaway
Keep greetings appropriate.
Themes
etity
boundaries
social norms
Mood
lighthearted
cautionary
Type
humorous
social
When to use this quote
- meeting new colleagues
- first dates
- networking events
- public speaking
Key Concepts
personal space
social etiquette
Questions to Reflect On
- What signals show a greeting is welcome?
- How do you politely correct a boundary breach?
A Different Perspective
Cultural differences may affect handshake expectations.