I don’t want this to be long so I’ll stick to the bare background details (although I could write a book about this whole situation). I’m a first time renter that has been in my apartment for 3 years now. Always in good standing, responsible and respectful. My old roommates moved out on very short notice and found another couple to replace them. (This was in September). After 2 months, they pretty much stop paying rent. Since then, theyve not paid what they owe, not even close. They moved from out of state so at first I cut them some slack since I’d want someone to do the same for me if I nee ..read more

I’ve realized I am a chronic people pleaser but this has also become a defense mechanism. We were at my families cabin and my sister was watching a show she binge watches at home. Everyone came to the living room and I hinted to her to put on something everyone would like. I gave some suggestions of a trending show and movie. My SIL says oh it’s okay, we’ve all got a turn (joking) and I say okay, when’s my turn and she says oh, you don’t get one and my sister says “ yea!” it was funny but then it really happened. No one else made a suggestion. My sister finally turns it off and asks my sister ..read more

It feels like a long “I’m sorry you feel that way” but it feels mixed in with elements of a real apology and I can’t tell. submitted by /u/pauses-then-says [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

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Throughout my life, I have focused on self improvement and have come a long way. One trait that I am yet to overcome is my condescending and intimidating behaviour. This has cost me countless relationship in my life, across various paths of life. A lot of people have told me they enjoy talking to me (because I am a good and an active listener (I have worked on building this skill/trait)). Many have also said that I am respectful and polite in my behaviour. However, eventually many have drifted apart and now I know why. I really want to improve and overcome this trait of mine. I believe this c ..read more

I am really struggling apologizing to my older sister about a "heated" conversation that happened earlier this year. We have a 13 year age difference and during a debate about celebrity icons being imprisoned she felt disrespected by our opposing opinions. Specifically, I asked her if being sympathetic to them makes her feel better. She thought it was too cheeky. I immediately tried to explain that I meant no offense by my phrasing, apologized, and re-established the type of visit and relationship I wanted to have with her. Ultimately, both of our voices were raised. (Me trying to deescalate ..read more

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I have good communicating skills and have no problem to talk or anything, I am even praised by my skills. but when it comes to talking on phone, which I do a lot because of my job, I melt down. I cant even say anything without it being akward and its absolutery terrible (only calls when I dont see face, I don't have problem with facetime). What are some tips to improve communication on phone. submitted by /u/tornikekv [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

It's a common occurrence that someone will send me an email stating, "I'll have this to you by Friday." Usually I mentally acknowledge this and then wait to see if they send it by Friday. If they don't, I follow up on Monday. Is this wrong to do? Should I be immediately responding something like, "Understood! Looking forward to seeing it Friday!" ??? I've always tried to avoid sending people unnecessary emails but maybe this type of email isn't actually unnecessary? I'm just wondering because I find myself constantly having to follow up with people who don't deliver when they said they would ..read more