What does BSP mean in UNCLASSIFIED

BSP is most commonly perpetrated by fans and admirers of the Sherlock Holmes stories who feel that their superior knowledge of the works gives them an elevated status.

Often, people engage in BSP to gain attention or approval from others. It can be seen as an unconscious attempt to demonstrate one's intellect and get recognition for it.

Not always; if it's done in moderation and not to belittle or insult others, BSP can be lighthearted and even entertaining. However, when someone's bragging becomes excessive, overbearing, or even arrogant, then it may become bothersome and rude to those around them.

Yes; depending on how offensive the behaviour is perceived by those around them, indulging in too much BSP can lead to social ostracism and other negative consequences.

If you're feeling like you are bragging about your Sherlock Holmes knowledge too often—or worse yet that others have started noticing your behaviour—it might be time to shut down your bragging and tone down the showboating.

Certainly! The best way is just simply not brag about every single thing you know about Sherlock Holmes - let some things stay at conversation level rather than showing someone off with your supreme knowledge. Instead try finding value in conversations with others who share a similar interest without coming off as better than them.

Yes; there are many different types of Blatant Sherlockian Preening such as smartassery (talking down to another person), sanctimony (acting overly pious), arrogance (putting oneself above others), and passive-aggressive comments (speaking cryptically).