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How can I set expectations with roommates/housemates a year into the arrangement, and make s...

As a small bit of background, I have lived with my boyfriend for about three years now. A year ago, my younger brother (20 at the time, 21 now) moved in with us after hitting a rough patch on his own. …
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How can I talk to a friend about their seemingly judgmental comments or pushy (to me) behavi...

Question I have a couple of friends/co-workers that I really respect and like to spend time with or talk to. We have good conversations and have similar interests. However, I feel like if I ever talk …
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How to politely inform others that I don't drink?

Given my own experiences with exactly this, there's really not a perfect solution that will get people to let it go. The culture for our age groups in this country is such that we're all expected to w …
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How can I tell someone to talk to a professional instead of me without seeming dismissive?

Are you sure these friends are all looking for help and not just a listening ear? I can certainly relate to the first example you give- I'm working through my second diagnosed bout of depression. Som …
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Is a verbal response that directly expresses anger always the wrong choice?

Always? No. There are times and places for these kinds of reactions. Do I recommend such responses? Not often. But, as I said, there is a time and place where you may need to resort to these reaction …
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