7 Dos and 3 Don'ts After You Accidentally Offend Someone

Do not tell them they shouldn't have felt offended. You might say such further upsetting things as"That really shouldn't have bothered you: you're justtoo sensitive," or"You're being totally ridiculous! How could my saying that actually offend you?" Regrettably, both of these reactions add insult to the emotional or mental injury the other person has already suffered at your hands.

And the probable outcome is that, if in response to their distress — whether communicated verbally, or through gestures or facial expression — you double down on what felt initially to them as an attack, they're all the more likely to see you as intentionally trying to hurt them.However understandable it might be to take that stance, any endeavor you make to exonerate yourself runs counter to a compassionate response.

Even if in time the rift blows over, it may yet leave the offendee negatively sensitized to you and prohibit them from sharing themselves on a level essential for the relationship's strength and stability.

fabcoach Miscommunication can be deadly!

drlee1 Don't give it a second thought; because perception of offense isn't my problem?

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