Two answers: 1. Yes. It is not easy to take the advice of "suck it up." But if you are getting that advice regularly, there's a reason. 2. Paradoxically, tell

Two answers: 1. Yes. It is not easy to take the advice of "suck it up." But if you are getting that advice regularly, there's a reason. 2. Paradoxically, telling people on the internet to fix themselves is the opposite of fixing myself. Advising tact is not tactful. If I knew this author in real life, I would probably commiserate with him, give him sympathy and understanding. Only if he's a close friend or shows signs of receptiveness would I offer the advice he really needs.