Why do people I meet seem to make up such outrageous stories when meeting me?

It seems often that when I meet someone in public like an aquaintance or even a complete stranger, they often go off telling me about all the rich and famous people that they hang out with, or worked for when it is clearly impossible. I have been told by people that I have a certain "presence" and that I am very articulate. I try to be as down to earth as possible. Is there a chance that people are seing me as someone that they need to impress? Note: I really don't want to come off this way...I'm rather be the "guy next door"

Why do people I meet seem to make up such outrageous stories when meeting me?
maybe they feel they have to impress you or have your approval
Reply:It's because you are like a God to all of us. We are so impressed by you, we cannot help it.


We know you want to be a regular guy, but you are like Jesus, humble and simple, but still our Lord (at least you think so...)
Reply:How do you know something is clearly impossible or even outrageous? Just because you haven't done or seen those things?





I'm a person who looks rather average, and currently lives a rather ordinary and quieter lifestyle for the most part...but it hasn't always been like that. In the 46 years I've lived, I've managed to pack a lot in my life. I've done a lot of things (all verifiable), gone a number of interesting places, and have made aquaintences with MANY famous people. There are parts of my life that seem glamorous and other parts that have been simply mundane. Maybe some of those people had the same sort of experiences, too, and are choosing to play up the more glamorous part to make themselves seem more interesting...and what's so wrong with that?





Why should they have to downplay their lives and experiences just to fit your comfort level? We're all different. Some people are just more flamboyant than others. Some are more low key. It's all good.





Also, don't you know how to take a compliment? Having a "presence" and being articulate is a GOOD thing...nothing whatsoever to be ashamed of!
Reply:Trying to impress
Reply:You either come off as very gullible or as the type that likes royalty
Reply:i dont know if your name is





richard wilson





and they are trying to get you to say





I DONT BULEEVE IT





(SEE 'ONE FOOT IN THE GRAVE' SERIES)
Reply:They have issues.
Reply:It may not be your fault. There are many people who make up stuff to make their lives more interesting, some of them even believe their own fables too, but I never mind that and wouldn't point out that I don't believe a word - people are entitled to their dreams. Boastfulness is easily forgiven.
Reply:That reminds me of the time me and Justin Timberlake were hanging out at P-Diddy's house and we got the call from Lindsay Lohan's rep about the Malibu party and we texted back that we were running late, just as Britney dropped by....