6 Signs That Will Help You Understand a Two-Faced Person

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It is quite possible that there is such a person next to you. Maybe even several of them. They are toxic and transmit their negative energy to you, which at any moment can lead to disappointment, betrayal and other negative moments in your life.

What does "two-faced" mean? This term refers to a person who lacks honesty or sincerity and who will lie, cheat, or manipulate for personal gain.

Duplicity is different from phoniness because while "phony" people will pretend to be someone they are not in order to gain favor or acceptance, it is usually because they secretly admire you and want you to feel the same way about them.

On the other hand, two-faced people have a hidden contempt for you, which may be caused by jealousy, resentment, envy or vindictiveness.

So how can you spot a two-faced person and avoid a fake friendship or bad business relationship?

Here are 6 signs on how to understand such a person.

1. They change their behavior when they want something from you

A two-faced person is also a false friend, meaning he does not necessarily wish you well. He may behave perfectly if he needs something from you. This sign is a clear indication that this person only cares about his own interests and is two-faced.

2. They do everything for themselves.

Two-faced people love to talk about themselves. They don't care or pay attention to what's going on with you. Your role is simply to be a spectator of their one-man show.

3. Their body language never matches their words.

It's easy to spot someone who isn't being honest with you. They may stare at you from time to time or refuse to look you in the eye. It's important to not just hear them, but to see how they move.

4. They are terrible listeners.

When you tell a two-faced friend your deepest, darkest thoughts, your words go in one ear and out the other. When they listen, they want nothing more than to dismiss you or invalidate your feelings.

5. They behave differently with different people.

One way to spot two-faced people is to watch how they act not only with you, but also how they act in front of people. It's like they have masks for different occasions.

One day they're your biggest supporter, laughing at your jokes, and the next day they barely acknowledge your presence if there's someone else in the room they want to impress. It's pretty tough.

If you see a person around you changing their behavior significantly and presenting themselves differently to others, you should probably be more wary of them.

6. They live for bad news about other people.They are never truly happy for you.

Hearing about another person's misfortune can brighten a two-faced person's day. They may pretend to sympathize, but deep down they celebrate your misfortune.

Here’s another sign to look out for: a two-faced friend has a hard time being genuinely happy for you. When you share your successes or good news, their congratulations often seem forced or insincere. You may notice a note of jealousy in their voice or see it in their eyes. They can’t hide their displeasure with your success, and that’s because they see your accomplishments as a threat to their own worth. This behavior can make you feel unsupported and reluctant to share good news with them in the future.

You deserve to have friends who celebrate your success, not those who are threatened by it. So remember: choose your friends wisely. Surround yourself with positive influences and don’t be afraid to let go of friendships that bring you down.

Have you met such people in your life? What else would you add? Share in the comments!