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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]A friend just achieved a milestone. Another friend said "I am so proud of you, Larla!" in a group email. I'm sure she meant no harm but it came across as condescending to me. "I'm proud of you!" is what parents say to children, or what the coach says to the player, or what you say to somebody who has maintained sobriety. Peer to peer comes across as condescending. Thoughts?[/quote] Depends on the nature of the friendship. Also if you tweak a word or two, it may come across less condescending. Examples: I am so proud for you! I am so happy for you! Usually people who find it condescending think the person saying it is probably an arrogant person.[/quote]
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