Why can't some people tell the difference between a conversation and a lecture?

Question

You know that guy. Shows up at Thanksgiving dinner and decides that's a good time to give his manifesto on Iraq policy. Then there's the guy who harasses the checkout clerk at Target, because that store sells Nike, and he thinks that Nike is run by an evil, imperialistic conglomerate. He does this, even though the clerk has nothing to do with corporate policies.

Why do these knuckleheads act that way? Are they so insecure that they feel they have to constantly seek out an audience to validate their delusions, or are they so narcissistic and self-important that they actually think they are helping others with their lectures?

Answer 1

Some people just like to hear themselves talk. And, probably never learn good listening skills and know that a true conversation is a two-way street. The next time the guy @ Thanksgiving starts, offer him another 'turkey leg.'

Answer 2

So many people have so few chances to voice their opinions that they just come out with it anywhere to anyone.  It is an individual attempt at validating oneself.  Kind of a "captive audience" mentality that is rude and presumptuous.  If you can think of something to do about it (short of violence), then please do!

Answer 3

I have found that most people are just morons.....they don't care about anyone else but themselves. I hate it!!!!!!

Answer 4

I dont think that they think about it before they actually do it.  I think that they plan to just pay at the counter and go but are so caught up with trying to put their ideas across that they forget where they are and who they are talking with.  Bit sad, but that might be the truth of it.