Sometimes people are talking about a problem because they want sympathy. They just want to know they aren't alone. Suggesting help would be rude.
Sometimes people are talking about a problem because they need advice. They want solutions. Just being like "yeah I have the same problem" would be annoying.
How the hell are people supposed to tell the difference? This is half of why I always feel like an asshole when I respond to anything.
P.S. Solutions & sympathy both appreciated on this post.
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@bunny_jane Yeah, this is always a difficult line to balance. I try to give my sympathies and extend an offer to assist rather than try to immediately, though I notice that never gets followed up on either so idk if it works :/
