Sometimes, the people who love us most say things with the very best intentions. Unfortunately, they can still land in a way that feels painful.

In today's episode, I'm talking about what happens when well-meaning is actually dismissive. Through experiences like losing my dad, navigating cancer, and living through devastating fires, I've become more aware of how quick we are to search for silver linings or make someone feel better.

At the end of the day, people don't always need us to have the "perfect" words. They need us to sit beside them, truly listen, and say, "I see you."

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In this episode, I cover:

• Why “well-meaning” responses can sometimes feel dismissive
• Common phrases that unintentionally gloss over grief or hard emotions
• Why validation matters more than silver linings in difficult moments
• The reminder that multiple experiences & perspectives can both be true
• Why we don’t get to choose our feelings
• How our own relationship with emotions shapes how we respond to others
• Recognizing the urge to fix, solve, or rush someone toward feeling better + what to do instead
• Why holding space, listening & simply being present matters SO much
• Why others need your presence more than “perfect words”

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Find the complete show notes here: https://terryndrieling.com/when-well-meaning-is-dismissive

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