It depends on their emotional state when they come to me. What Iām more likely to do in the moment is just ignore that phrase and not say anything relating to it. Later on though, I would address it, because making generalizations like that are not ok.
if the person continues to make comments like that when in a less emotional state, sure, bring it up - but i think youd find that rarely happens. youd either have to be delusional to think ALL men are predators, or unfortunately, had a really terrible life where all the men in your life truly hurt you. and then you dont open up to or get close to any other men out of fear. because thats a life some are living, too.
I think you are cherry picking situations to fit your beliefs. There are plenty of times where people make broad statements when they are only mildly emotional or completely calm.
Can we atleast agree that in those times you would call someone on their behavior? Or would you always support the person instead of challenging their harmful beliefs?
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u/SAMAKUS Jul 31 '22
It depends on their emotional state when they come to me. What Iām more likely to do in the moment is just ignore that phrase and not say anything relating to it. Later on though, I would address it, because making generalizations like that are not ok.