I think there is a big difference between “tough love” and unkindness. I don’t think being unkind is ever the best way to encourage someone to improve. Instead be “blunt” in communication/upfront with constructive criticism - which I see as a kindness.
I think there is a big difference between “tough love” and unkindness. I don’t think being unkind is ever the best way to encourage someone to improve. Instead be “blunt” in communication/upfront with constructive criticism - which I see as a kindness.
“Fool of a Tûk! Throw yourself next time and free us from your stupidity!”
Blunt ✅
Constructive (offered an alternative) ✅
Well, it has been my experience that kindness is in the eye of the beholder.