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Re: A little learning » Ilene

Posted by Dr. Bob on October 25, 2003, at 12:26:15

In reply to Re: A little learning » Dr. Bob, posted by Ilene on October 25, 2003, at 9:48:17

> > I was afraid Hanks might feel you were implying that he had only a little learning...
>
> I was. He seems to likes Classical literary allusions, that's why I used the Pierian spring quote. I didn't think that was a deeply wounding insult.
>
> Is there a way to say, "You don't know what you're talking about," in a way that enhances someone's self-esteem?
>
> I have more than one so-called hidden disability and being told I'm not really sick is a trigger for me. *That* is deeply wounding.

Please don't insult people here. Even if you intend to inflict only superficial wounds.

It's fine to give others feedback as long as its constructive. Or just to keep your reaction to yourself. I'm sorry you felt wounded, but two wrongs don't make a right.

Bob


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