How can I say something back without seeming desperate or offending someone else?
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Moderated by Sarah Robb, LISW-S (Licensed Independent Social Worker, Supervisor Designation) and LICDC (Licenced Chemical Dependency Counselor)
Updated: May 7, 2018
Remina
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Aug 2, 2016
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Reflect on what you want to say. Think about how the other person might see it. What you need to say, is it important? Will it hurt the person? Just think about what you want to come out of you saying something then speak.
HeartofaPhoenix
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Jan 3, 2017
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You are not responsible for how others interpret what you say; however, the tone of your voice and the words you choose can play a role. I always try to speak flatly without much inflection. There is an old adage about thinking twice before you say anything. Additionally, determining if a response is even necessary can help with a lot of misinterpretations.
Anonymous
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Apr 24, 2018
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In order to think and to tell the truth, you risk hurting other people's sensitivities.
I believe that sugarcoating anything you're trying to say will just be interpreted as trying to cover up a hurtful fact.
Anonymous
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May 7, 2018
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Think about if it is something you would want someone to say to you. If you would be someone that would take it ok, there is a good chance that someone else will too
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