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Originally Posted by AdamAW
A word of caution is perhaps in order though: "I" statements are essentially an appeal for the other person to show compassion.
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I don't see that as being necessarily true at all. An "I" statement reflects your ability to feel that
you are worth stating something directly, and are able to understand and take ownership of your own feelings and thoughts. It does not depend on others' willingness to show "compassion" at all, rather your own willingness and ability to cope with
whatever reaction the other person comes up with.