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should you give advice when not asked?
I'm a guy and just wondering - when I am being told of a situation or problem, and the person (usually my friend or girlfriend) does not ask for my advice, is it wrong if I do give my advice and thoughts on it? I find myself doing that too often, instead of just listening. Nobody has really said anything about it, but when I hear other people talk about it, I realize that about myself. So should I just try to listen and be there for them or is what I am doing ok? Thanks in advance, will rate.
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okay well if i were you frist i would listen to the whole thing ... then when he/she is done, ask what they are going to do about it and if they answer with and idk then tell them wat you think little comments r ok but try not to say anything u wont regret l8r!
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k heres the problem when people tell you there problems they want you to listen ,sometimes they expect your opinion but sometimes they just want you there to agree with them.so really pay attentio to the person telling them your problem try to figure out do they want me to answer this or would they rather me just agree with. sometmes its ok to disagree if you feel strong enough about. but really mayb you should just listen.and if they ask you opinion give it simple as that
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Usually, you shouldn't give it unless it's asked for.
You CAN make an exception when the situation is serious and requires an intervention.
But most of the time, you can help by simply listening and letting the person know that you're there if any advice is needed.
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If it is something REALLY personal like about parents fighting/ family problems, etc. just say "if you need anything i will be here" but if it isn't TOO personal it is fine to give your opinion
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