• Rylyshar@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    I remember someone saying that and how much it hurt. Because I feel if I know the answer, I am compelled to share it. I see it as a need on their side that I should fulfill. I am a “how can I fix it” mentality. But some people are complaining or speaking just to be heard. They want commiseration, not answers.

    If it’s someone close to you, then speak about it — “I’m sorry, I thought you wanted an answer or suggestion, I feel I should provide if I can. Is that not what you’re looking for?”

    If it’s someone else, whose opinion is not necessary, you can make a mental note to let them have their delusions, just maybe not with you around.

    • mojofrododojo@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      my experience with being called a ‘know-it-all’ is entirely from calling shit talking liars on their shitty little lies they want to spread.

      examples include ‘obama was a muslim’, ‘trump’s a great businessman’, ‘conservatives are for small government and freedom of speech’ etc.

      present them with evidence that not only contradicts their thesis but refutes it completely and suddenly ‘you’re such a know it all!’

      lolol