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> Say, “Yes. What should I deprioritize?” Dude. That is the most savage passive-aggression I have ever heard. Is this guy a brit? > “You are welcome to borrow
by throwawaaarrgh 3y ago
> Say, “Yes. What should I deprioritize?”
Dude. That is the most savage passive-aggression I have ever heard. Is this guy a brit?
> “You are welcome to borrow my car. I am willing to make sure the keys are here for you.”
Who would ever say this? An asshole, that's who.
Don't be a passive-aggressive asshole. Just say no. If this makes them upset, use language that expresses empathy and compassion. But don't avoid a hard fact by trying to be cute or non-confrontational.
- yCombLinks 3y agoI think you're wrong on both counts. The first example is closer to direct than passive. Passive-Aggressiveness would be saying yes, but intentionally doing a poor job without communicating. His second example was letting someone borrow his car when he couldn't drive them. I can't drive you, but you can borrow my car. I will make sure to get you the keys. Doesn't seem assholish to me.