When I say I’m lonely,
don’t start your reply with;
Have you considered…
When I say I feel shame,
don’t start by telling me;
You have nothing…
When I say I’m unhappy,
don’t respond by saying;
Look on the…
When you see me looking sad,
Don’t smile happily
and say cheer up.
When I tell you I can’t be arsed,
don’t start your response with;
You really should…
When I ask you how you feel,
don’t preface your reply with;
I think…
When I tell you I’m angry,
don’t start your response by asking;
What can I…
When I’m down in the dumps
don’t frown and say;
I’m sorry…
When I try to tell you how I feel
don’t immediately
try to fix everything.
When I have a problem
listen and talk, but
don’t try to solve it.
When I tell you I feel guilt
don’t start by saying;
You’ve done nothing….
When I’m in emotional pain
don’t look hurt and start with;
What have I…
When you’re angry
tell me, but don’t start with;
You make…
When I say no,
please note it starts;
Capital N and ends, full stop.
Unless you want to piss me off.
Francis de Aguilar