We cringe and we move on.
To keep a truly uncomfortable situation from getting worse, avoid the phrase “this is awkward.”
Often, the phrase takes a situation from mildly uncomfortable to flat-out painful.
It’s not a cute, quirky way to break the tension.
It’s like throwing oily rags onto a grease fire.
The phrase doesn’t offer a solution.
It only points out what’s painfully obvious.
What should you do instead?
It depends on the situation.
Doe has more phrases that only make things worse.
Check out her full list at the link below.
5 Phrases That Only Make A Bad Situation Worse| Thought Catalogue
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