The other day I faced a situation which turned out to be very different than I expected.
the way one asks questions, the tone of voice and phrasing, really matters.
but if people get offended by honest questions, just say 'i'm sorry you're upset.'
this is an opportunity for them to empower themselves to take responsibility for their own feelings and reactions.
https://www.alibris.com/The-Power-of-Ted-the-Empowerment-Dynamic-10th-Anniversary-Edition-David-Emerald/book/42755102?matches=126
the way one asks questions, the tone of voice and phrasing, really matters.
but if people get offended by honest questions, just say 'i'm sorry you're upset.'
this is an opportunity for them to empower themselves to take responsibility for their own feelings and reactions.
https://www.alibris.com/The-Power-of-Ted-the-Empowerment-Dynamic-10th-Anniversary-Edition-David-Emerald/book/42755102?matches=126