This archive report was first published on 23 September 2019.
Effective communication is key in any relationship. When dealing with a woman who's upset, it's essential to approach the situation with empathy and understanding.
One common mistake people make is telling their partner to 'calm down' when they're upset. This can come across as dismissive and unhelpful, and can even escalate the situation.
According to experts, there are certain phrases that can be particularly damaging in these situations. Here are nine things not to say to your woman when she's upset:
- Don't tell her to calm down.
- Avoid trivializing her feelings by saying things like 'it's not a big deal' or 'you're overreacting.'
- Don't dismiss her concerns or tell her she's being too sensitive.
- Don't make her feel like she's being unreasonable or irrational.
- Don't tell her to 'get over it' or 'move on.'
- Don't compare her feelings to something less significant.
- Don't tell her to 'be more positive' or 'look on the bright side.'
- Don't make her feel like she's being too emotional or dramatic.
- Don't tell her to 'just relax' or 'take it easy.'
By avoiding these phrases and instead choosing to listen and validate her feelings, you can help to diffuse the situation and build a stronger, more supportive relationship.
