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Do people often ask you what’s wrong, even when you’re feeling completely fine? Or, have they told you that you look upset when you’re actually feeling content and at peace? If this happens to you, you might be worried that you have RBF, or resting b*tch face. This popular term generally refers to a resting expression that seems bored, annoyed, or disdainful, even though the wearer of the expression isn’t feeling any of these things. If you want to learn more about RBF, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll take you through the definition of RBF, what it looks like, and how to address it (if you want to).
Things You Should Know
- RBF stands for “resting b*tch face.” It’s refers to an unamused, annoyed, or disdainful resting facial expression.
- Some research indicates that RBF is real. People sometimes detect contempt in others’ resting facial expressions, even when the person isn't feeling contempt.
- To combat RBF, relax your facial muscles, pay attention to nervous habits that affect your expression, and work on conveying your feelings verbally.
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