What is one question you hate to be asked? Explain.
This post is made in reply to Jetpack’s daily writer prompt.
When talking to people about a problem, there is a possibility for this question to pop up.
“Why don’t you just?”
Why do I hate this question? Why do I cringe when I hear other people asking it to other people?
From a logical standpoint, this question lacks critical thinking. You are assuming that the person who is sharing the problem has not thought of this solution before. Even if they have, you are assuming that there are no negative implications of this solution to their specific context.
From an emotional standpoint, you are hurting them by assuming that they are consulting for solutions. The chances of you hurting them is high.
So how should we phrase this statement?
Well, logically, we should try to indirectly inquire about possible negative implications that this solution will have. Asking around their circumstance to gain understanding will give them more opportunities to expound, which is what they are already doing anyway.
On the off-chance that they are asking for advice, then at least you have gained enough understanding to form a better suggestion.
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