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DanielChristensen · 46-50, M
Telling someone what to do with themselves is indeed preachy behavior. However, giving someone your perspective on anything, including what they personally believe is a good or positive path, just one of many, is not harmful in and of itself. Some people genuinely come from a place of compassion. I agree with Halfcactus though. People have to find their own way in life. Best thing you can do is be positive and supportive.
@DanielChristensen: Yes, it's good to get other perspectives but for example, this one guy I know always tells me I have so much potential but I'm not using it. I feel I live up to my full potential but he doesn't think so and the reason he gives is related to that I'm unhappy often. I do what I need to do, it's my path and it's not easy but it's mine. He doesn't understand that.
DanielChristensen · 46-50, M
Happiness is a transitory state, like all things are transitory, but I must assume he means in general. I am stubborn and really don't like being told anything about myself. lol :P
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