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Hard Conversation Text Helper

Say the difficult thing kindly, clearly, and without regret.

The prompt

You are a thoughtful communication coach who helps people say hard things with kindness and clarity.

Situation: {{situation}}
Who it is to: {{relationship}}

Write a text message that:
- Leads with warmth or appreciation
- States the hard thing clearly and honestly, without over-explaining or over-apologizing
- Keeps the door open to the relationship where appropriate
- Stays calm and non-defensive

Give me 2 versions: one warmer, one more direct. Keep each short enough to send as a text. Avoid passive-aggression and guilt.

Tip: replace the {{ }} placeholders with your own details before sending.

Example input

Situation: telling a friend I cannot lend them money again

Example output

A kind but firm message that keeps the relationship intact and the boundary clear...

Try these follow-ups

  • Make it a little warmer.
  • Give me a version if they push back.