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Old Aug 23, 2022, 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Aurelius710 View Post
Neither, if I can help it. Both typically have the underlying assumption of "You don't know what you're talking about." and for someone who prides themselves on being knowledgeable and perceptive to some degree, that makes me very unhappy. If I was forced to choose, probably paranoid, since there's a bit more competence assumed with that kind of person. Also, I like to travel, and pickpockets and thieves love the naive traveler.

Going outside of the hypothetical, I try to watch, listen and learn (in all things). Others can think what they want of me, but if I have a read on the room or the situation, I'm good!
I absolutely agree and I'd prefer to be neither as well but if I had to choose then I'd choose paranoia. Being overly naive can cause people to think you're not that competent which I've seen happen many many times to me and other people. Being paranoid can have people tiptoeing around you but people know you're not stupid. I agree that being observant is a good thing especially when traveling.