Armsys  +  443129 Fri, 16 Nov 07 04:42 AM What does it mean by "don't take it too personal"? Armsys Joined on Thu, Jul 27 2006 Hong Kong Full Member 125

	Philip  +  443131 Fri, 16 Nov 07 04:59 AM  Armsys wrote: What does it mean by "don't take it too personal"? Whatever negative thought it is, it isn't directed at you, necessarily. I really don't like the name Armsys, but don't take it too personal(ly). Philip Joined on Thu, Jun 23 2005 Veteran Member 8,604 At reise er at leve! - H. C. Andersen Negatives

	Armsys  +  443159 Fri, 16 Nov 07 07:44 AM Hi Philip, I love your explanation. Can it be also explained as "no offense"? Your key point is "it isn't directed you." But in actuality, is it usually the direct opposite? That's, the speaker does indeed mean to direct to the intended listener. That's, the nothing personal is often meant to be personal. Please correct me if you think otherwise. Armsys

	Vorpar  +  443170 Fri, 16 Nov 07 09:11 AM It can mean that, but it's more often used when a decision goes against you. If you get laid-off, it isn't personal. The boss didn't fire you because he doesn't like you, it's just a business decision. Vorpar Joined on Tue, Sep 20 2005 Santa Barbara, CA Regular Member 938

	Philip  +  443293 Fri, 16 Nov 07 04:59 PM  Armsys wrote: Hi Philip, I love your explanation. Can it be also explained as "no offense"? Your key point is "it isn't directed you." But in actuality, is it usually the direct opposite? That's, the speaker does indeed mean to direct to the intended listener. That's, the nothing personal is often meant to be personal. Please correct me if you think otherwise. Depending on the situation and the person, it could be interpreted as such.  It depens on how sarcastic the speaker usually is. Philip