It’s never easy to tell someone they hurt you, and doing it over text can make it even harder. After all, texting lacks the little nonverbal cues that help you get your point across when you’re talking face to face. Still, communicating your hurt feelings is important for healthy relationships.
So, what’s the best way to tell someone they hurt you over text? What can you say to express your feelings without placing blame? And what are some good examples of texts that get the message across clearly and kindly?
In this article, we’ll explore some phrases and strategies you can use to express your hurt without making the other person feel attacked. We’ll also look at why it can be so difficult to communicate hurt feelings and offer some tips for having constructive conversations about them.