| INSTEAD OF | TRY |
| Not replying / ghosting | “Hey, I’ve thought about it, and this is not what I want. I believe you will find someone who is more suited for you.” |
| Passive-aggressiveness | “I was acting [some way] because of [reason, usually a valid insecurity]; can we work this out together?” |
| Expecting others to read your mind (esp. in close relationships) | “I want [something]. Does that work for you?” |
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