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For questions regarding to the avoiding of an imminent conflict, or the general avoiding of a conflict that occurs on a regular basis. Questions regarding ongoing conflicts, or conflicts that are already started, please use the "conflicts" tag.

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How can I tactfully interrupt a customer service representative over the phone?

The assumption in your question is wrong. In this situation, the person on the other end of the line is literally being paid to be of service to you. While you may have been rude, it is not their pla …
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How to tactfully communicate with ex-boyfriend about my personal choices?

How do I tactfully communicate with Tom that what he's saying is out of line or that he cannot control the decisions I make? "I'm sorry to hurt you, but this is my life and my decision to make. …
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Sketchy "friend" recently revealed true colors, is attending my wedding. Should I un-invite,...

The crucial piece of data here is who knows about what is going on, and who is in the dark. Sam, Mary, your brother and you know. Your fiance, Lucy and all the other guests are in the dark. Assumpt …
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31 votes

How to stop classmate from bullying me

Most of the answers so far are standard advise from people who have not been in the position of the victim. They require skills or traits that you may or may not have. Ignoring / staying calm - that …
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How can I deal diplomatically with a feminist neighbor who continuously delivers political s...

Jane has serious issues that are not yours to solve. They are also not yours to endure, and you have no obligation to do so. When she starts one of her rants, stop her with a clear announcement that y …
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How to make friendships work with borderline personality disorder

First up: Hats off for being so self-reflected and taking responsibility. I've been in a relationship with a borderliner and it didn't survive (the relationship). Because you are absolutely right, BPD …
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In an early relationship, how can I handle my partner's deep depression and not be an enabler?

This may not be the answer you are looking for, but get out of that relationship. I speak from experience and the primary regret I have is to not leave sooner. A person with a serious mental illness …
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Responding to my mom's remarks about my love life when she refuses to accept/acknowledge it

There are two things at work here, and from what you describe I think your mom is terribly conflicted internally. Firstly, from your words I understand you are female. In your moms world, a woman has …
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How do I avoid strange questions because of a flag?

There are two answers, one for each of the paths that you ask about: Avoid questions by either removing the flag or putting it in context. The context could be other countries you like, or stickers t …
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