How to Offer Information Without Causing Anger and to Make a Hearty Stew

People sometimes hesitate to offer information or ideas to others.   They may think, “It is not my business” or “They didn’t ask, so maybe I shouldn’t offer information.” Or fear of the demon “Anger.” Have you noticed some people have heightened awareness of negative body language? With those people (who could be you or someone you know), the demon “Anger” or “Perturbed” or even milder emotion becomes a stop sign with oh so many people.

However, if you offer information with no expectations of reciprocation, you likely find most people receptive and appreciative.

Or you could open with “Do you feel like hearing what I have to say about that?”

And you could add the coda to your statement, “But what do I know about that…” Or the preface, “I’m probably wrong, but ….”

If nothing else, you have now made the communication a dialogue and interesting like a hearty winter stew rather than chicken broth.