They say one thing to your face and another behind your back. In real life, we encounter all kinds of people.

Appreciation for someone starts with looks, respects talent, matches personality, lasts with kindness, and ends with character.

Looks can be deceiving, so fundamentally, a person’s character is crucial in social interactions. Those with deep calculations and small minds tend to be cunning. They prioritize their own interests in interactions, so they are not genuinely sincere towards others.

These people are skilled at hiding their flaws, hence the term “smiling tiger” in real life—people may seem friendly, but their true intentions are unknown.

When dealing with such people, it’s best to keep your distance. Some may act nice on the surface, but their true thoughts remain hidden.

Working with people who are cunning requires caution, as they prioritize their own interests. They may harm you for personal gain, so it’s enough to have only a few true friends in the world.

If you have a few trusted confidants by your side, cherish them well when you encounter them.

People with small minds and deep calculations, the most difficult to deal with, are the following three types.

The Profit-Oriented Person

There’s a saying, “Money isn’t everything, but without money, you can’t do anything.” Indeed, money is crucial in real life. However, someone who prioritizes money excessively and is profit-oriented tends to be selfish.

No matter how close you are, when it comes to money and profits, you’ll always be at a disadvantage.

For their own gain, they will not hesitate to use any means necessary to achieve their goals.

Being around such people will inevitably lead to harm.

Therefore, learn to judge and protect yourself. That’s what we should prioritize.

Some people may seem kind on the surface, but deep down, they have ulterior motives.

Profit-oriented individuals always put their interests first, making it hard for them to form genuine friendships. When interacting with others, they lack sincerity.

It’s all just a facade, and you may not know their true intentions. If you come across such individuals, it’s best to distance yourself early.

This is to avoid getting hurt and to avoid unnecessary trouble.

We should keep our distance from insincere people; it’s the best way to protect ourselves. We can’t change others, but we can choose who we befriend. Learning to discern people is crucial.

The Overly Selfish Person

An overly selfish person has a narrow mind and tends to be sensitive and suspicious. Being with such individuals will only lead to more grievances, shrinking your world. In social interactions, one should be generous and sincere. Selfish people only care about themselves, and being around them can be frustrating.

A grateful person is someone with feelings and righteousness.

In life, a selfish person lacks gratitude. They always see others’ kindness as something owed to them. Selfish individuals lose a lot, even if they gain short-term benefits. Therefore, befriending grateful people will protect you from harm caused by selfish individuals.

Selfish people mostly revolve around themselves, rarely considering others. They easily develop extreme thoughts, obsess over trivial matters, and are cold-hearted, making it hard for genuine emotions to develop.

They are sensitive and suspicious, always putting themselves first, leading to social isolation. To live a more fulfilling and happy life, avoid dealing with selfish people. Human relationships should be based on trust and sincerity.

The Envious Person

A healthy amount of jealousy can stimulate one’s potential and provide motivation. However, excessive jealousy can hinder personal progress. People with intense jealousy often lack confidence and security.

They tend to feel inferior when facing others, leading to strong feelings of envy. They focus more on others than on themselves, unable to stand others’ successes.

These individuals are filled with negativity, seeking to destroy rather than improve themselves.

People with intense jealousy have dark and selfish hearts, reducing their happiness. They have a strong tendency towards revenge and can’t stand others’ success. They live in envy and rarely acknowledge others’ excellence.

People with intense jealousy rarely bring positive outcomes. Their mindset is skewed, lacking the emotional capacity to deal with life. In severe cases, they may exhibit extreme behavior. Thus, it’s best to stay away from such individuals.

As the saying goes: “Don’t harbor harmful intentions, but don’t be naïve either.” Kindness is a choice in real life, but it’s essential to learn to protect oneself. Avoiding individuals with deep calculations is a way to safeguard oneself.