So when the one you care about is being extremely negative, is it right to both listen and provide supportive statements like "I don't think you're stupid" and "I'm sorry you're upset, I do care about you" or is that just making things worse.
I feel like if I say nothing, I'm tacitly agreeing with her negative self statements. Which just feels wrong. If I say something, lately the response is just a bark or a snip, like I've done something wrong.
Extremely confused, any help in understanding how to respond to negativity in someone who is typically a joy is greatly appreciated. (Do I just stay away?)
I feel like if I say nothing, I'm tacitly agreeing with her negative self statements. Which just feels wrong. If I say something, lately the response is just a bark or a snip, like I've done something wrong.
Extremely confused, any help in understanding how to respond to negativity in someone who is typically a joy is greatly appreciated. (Do I just stay away?)