Tag Archives: disrespect
Red flag phrases in relationships
Sarcasm and mocking tones intended as insults Examples: “Great job on yelling at the kids.” “Is that what you’re wearing?” “Yeah, like that’s worth bragging about.”
Red Flags:Moralistic statements
Moralistic statements thatMoralistic statements diagnose or label Examples: “You spoil him way too much, because your mother spoiled you.” “You’re so selfish.” “That’s a narcissistic thing to say.”
Red flag phrases that humiliate in relationships
Phrases that humiliate your partner, name-calling, or speaking disparagingly — directly or to others in public Examples: “Don’t pay attention to him.” “Really, second helpings?” “Oh, he always does that.”
What To Say to Someone Who is Grieving?
Kind words I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I had the right words; just know I care. I don’t know how you feel, but I am here to help in any way that I can. And some … Continue reading
Grief
As a caregiver to a loved one with a terminal illness, I wish to add two recommendations on how people should NOT respond to this news: First, do not minimize the illness! Second, do not intrude on others’ privacy (“I … Continue reading
