Here are the possible answers:
1 - Nobody is at fault. I disagree because the receiver chose to be offended before understanding what was said; therefore, it is their responsibility to apologize once it has been clarified.
2 - The giver is at fault. They should have been more clear, right? I also disagree here. Why should I have to walk on eggshells all my days? Everything I said would have to pass through a lawyer before I said it!
3 - The receiver is at fault. The moment something seemed offensive, they should have asked for clarification before getting emotional about it. This is the answer with which I side, unless you can present a better case. I'm open for suggestions.
4 - Both are at fault. I also disagree here. If I say something that had no negative meaning and it was taken the wrong way, why should I have to apologize for it?
I think relationships can work out better if we can identify where the root of the problem is, the receiver's *choice* to get offended.
2007-12-07
14:17:26
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Marriage & Divorce