Posted by Tabitha on April 14, 2005, at 14:24:17
In reply to Re: I-statements... » Tabitha, posted by used2b on April 14, 2005, at 0:43:39
Well we'll have to disagree on this. I think the first version without the word 'pretense' is a much clearer communication and more likely to be understood. When you say 'it's all pretense' your listeners are more likely to hear an accusation (that they're being pretentious) and to react defensively and miss your meaning entirely.
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