It’s great to hear that you want to be sensitive to others’ feelings. It’s clear you’re a very caring person! There are a few things you can do to speak your truth in a caring and compassionate way.

1. Use “I” statements to let them know what you need and want. For example, “I feel left out when you hang out with our other friends but don’t invite me. I want to be included more.”

2. Keep it brief. Don’t over-explain or try to fill the silence because the situation is a bit uncomfortable.

3. Be clear on what you want to accomplish by saying what you feel. Are you looking for behavior change? An apology? Having a clear understanding of what you hope to get out of this conversation will help you stay focused.

4. Show yourself some compassion. Sharing your feelings is a tough thing to do and it might not feel comfortable right away. Take a look at this info on self-compassion from our app for tips on how to practice this!

Over the next week, think about when you want to share your feelings with that person and review the steps and info shared above.

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