Understanding Friendships | Page 31

preaching

offering a solution too quickly

Do not just talk at someone. Involve them in the discussion through lots of questions and listening.

It is important to gain a full understanding of all that they are struggling with, what their perspective is, and what they’ve already done to try to fix the situation. By saying, “Just do this and it will all be better,” you minimize a problem they may have been struggling with for a long time.