To me I think this sounds acadamic and intellectual, rather than something she believes
= mind-reading. Don't guess what her motivations are, just take it at face value. I think what she said is quite reasonable.
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I would really appreciate some thought and observations on whether remaining silent or give some affirmation whilst remaining detached.
Detached does NOT mean being cold, distant and non-responsive. I wish people would say "lovingly detached" instead of "detached", because it's more accurate in terms of DB'ing. Detached just means that you've removed yourself from her roller coaster, that when she throws negative stuff at you it doesn't affect your PMA. You should by all means continue to show her respect, and that means responding thoughtfully to her texts/ emails/ conversations.
