Think It!
"That is an ugly shirt."
What is: Think it!
Your artwork is very interesting.
What is SAY IT!
Why: because it is a compliment.
"You look tired."
What is: think it?
alternative response: "What is: Everything ok?"
I need some help.
What is: say it!
Why: because you are asking for what you need, which is absolutely ok.
You’re doing that wrong.
What is: Think it?
Alternative response: "Would you like some help?"
"That looks difficult?"
I noticed you have some food stuck in between your teeth.
What is: say it !
(only if you are having a 1:1 conversation).
Why it is ok: helping someone out so they are not embarrassed later is kind.
Note: if you are in a big group, and you yell it, this becomes inappropriate as it can be a putdown.
That food looks disgusting.
Alternative response: "What is: I am not hungry today."
"What is: I had a big lunch."
I need some space.
What is: SAY IT!
Why this is ok: You are stating a need, not putting down another person.
I’m smarter than you.
"What is: THINK IT?"
Alternative response:
WHAT IS:
SAY NOTHING.
WALK AWAY.
CHEW A BUNCH OF GUM.
I would like to do an independent project in GATE.
This is very different than putting down the work in GATE. Can you see the difference?