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LPT: When someone shares bad news with you, don't immediately offer solutions or say "At least...". Instead, acknowledge their feelings first. (old.reddit.com)

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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/Own_Possession_9544 on 2025-07-10 08:27:50+00:00.

When someone tells you they're struggling or shares bad news, your instinct might be to fix it or offer a silver lining. However, jumping to solutions can unintentionally dismiss their emotions. Next time, pause and say something like, "That sounds really tough," or "I'm sorry you're going through this." Letting someone feel heard first makes a huge difference. You can always help brainstorm solutions later after they've had the chance to feel understrood.

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