Originally Posted By: Gypsy
When you do (insert action), I feel (emotion) because (how it specifically makes me feel).

For example, when my daughter makes plans without consulting me and screws up my schedule.

"When you schedule your voice lesson without checking with me, I feel disrespected because what I have planned doesn't seem to matter."

It comes off better than telling her "she's selfish".

"What is best for my kids is best for me"
Amor Fati
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