I think offering constructive criticism and dissenting opinion isn’t against guidelines. I don’t believe it’s completely out of line at all. I express ton of dissenting opinions and offer often very specific and constructive advice that often doesn’t go with cookie cutter cuddling.

(Hey wishful thinking I disagreed wuth you plenty and it think it was just fine) I don’t waste precious time on feeding people BS or encouraging detrimental victim mentality but I think it’s important to provide some explanation and clarification when posting constructive criticism.

For example imho if yiu say that you did not believe a person you either saying they are lying or you are making it about you. If however you suggest that perhaps something might be persons perception of events rather than reality, it might encourage them to think about what really happened and hopefully seek professional help.

For example telling someone with delusions that they are lying is counter productive while encouraging them to address their delusions with a professional could certainly help. Even people without delusions, often perceive things that are not reality. I know I do! It doesn’t mean people are lying! It means that’s how they perceive something (whatever the reason for it may be)

Saying that, there are people who absolutely don’t respond well to constructive criticism or any advice or suggestion. There will always be people who’d rather suffer. In those cases i believe it’s wiser to step back and not keep offering help as it’s not wanted. Or sometimes people are just not well enough to be receptive to help at the moment. Again stepping back is wise

Wishfulthinking don’t leave!!!