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1473: Why The Words You Use Matter by Melani Schweder

Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting

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I Am Not Sick, or I'm Having a Chronic Illness

You may never physically utter this phrase to another person. It's helpful to have it framed in your mind. Don't lie to yourself or others. Just find a way to present your situation in a softer and more compassionate manner. There are many variations on the theme, as you can see from my three examples. The important thing is to refrain from paring the words i am with anything that is part of your life experience.

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