Well said. But almost too painful to read because it brought back ugly memories. Why do people assume the worst instead of just asking “why do you?” which would leave open the possibility of hoping friendship, or if not, a better understanding even if ways must part? It’s very unloving not to ask why.
Well said. But almost too painful to read because it brought back ugly memories. Why do people assume the worst instead of just asking “why do you?” which would leave open the possibility of hoping friendship, or if not, a better understanding even if ways must part? It’s very unloving not to ask why.
I genuinely admire and appreciate Betsy’s response below. I truly believe this to be the ultimate answer to the human condition. Curiosity.
It is the opposite of Fear and Confusion.
It brings us closer to Understanding from where we can decide how we wish to be with each other and, hopefully, with respect versus rancor.
Perhaps your former mentee will begin to look for questions rather than answers.