Friday, April 15

Common Relationship Phrases Better Left UNSaid: Julie Hanks



1. You are so lucky.

Instead: You work so hard.

2. I know how you feel...

3. Don't you think...

4. Didn't you realize...

5. If I were you...

6. It's not a big deal...

What's the emotional message that I'm sending when I'm saying these things just without thought?
And there are some better ways to comfort or validate or help calm people down or let them know that you care.

http://www.wasatchfamilytherapy.com/archives/19839

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