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Old Dec 26, 2015, 10:54 PM
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Like...you ask a question and they're like "I don't know" or "I don't care" or "okay" or "yeah."

Very challenging to get to know people like that. Especially so if you are trying to find out how they want to be treated and about their boundaries and everything.

Not sure how to deal with this? Or just stop putting effort in?

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Old Dec 27, 2015, 02:33 AM
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I love communication. I love words. They are the greatest tool we have at forming bridges.

Choose your words clearly, and make sure they form your complete thought. Give this gift of words to that person, then let them choose how to respond. A bridge between two people must be built by both. Although communication can be the tool one uses to teach another how to begin construction.

Possible example: You may not know this, but I have been trying to learn more about how you feel. I do this by asking basic questions such as ____, and ____. How you respond back to me has me confused about if my questions are welcome. I want you to understand that I care for you, and your well being. The current way we communicate doesn't seem to be working, so I am going to try some new ways. If you have anything you want to understand about me, just ask.

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Inspiration can make something feel effortless. The current pattern isn't bringing the results you want. So you must change your tactics.
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