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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/OliverNMark on 2025-07-16 10:38:25+00:00.
people rarely want advice, they want to be heard and feel seen
your interactions with others will improve instantly
the moment you drop the advisor hat
and start wearing the listener one.
people want to reach their own conclusions
so offering space and presence instead of 'do this, do that'
is more beneficial for both you and the person you are communicating with
it builds a stronger connection and a deeper understanding of each other.
ultimately, everyones truth is subjective, so just because your glasses work for you
doesn't mean they will work for others.
simply holding space for someone's self-expression
builds deeper connection than just talking at each other
when we want to help someone, it's easy to want to 'advise' them.
but unless its advice thats asked for, its probably doing more harm than good.
and yes, ironically, this is advice... BUT i figured r/LPT is the right place for it.
it has certainly helped me over the years.