Words and messages
“I have to answer and the words won’t come”
Sentences and ideas for when words are hard: replying late, leaving early, telling a partner what you need, and asking in writing at work.
When you can't find the words: what helps
When words will not come out: short sentences to keep ready, how to let an iPhone speak for you with Live Speech, and what helps the people beside you.
Read articleHow to reply to a message after days of silence
A message left for days feels harder with each one. Ten short sentences for replying late, and ideas for keeping in touch with less pressure.
Read articleWhat to say to leave early or when you need space
Ten short sentences for leaving a party, a family lunch or a gathering early, plus ways to plan ahead so leaving needs no explaining.
Read articleHow to tell a partner or family what you need
Ten sentences you can use or change when you want to tell someone close what you need, and a few things that make the conversation feel easier.
Read articleHow to ask for instructions in writing at work
Sentences for asking for instructions in writing at work, plus what Acas, JAN and Understood say and what other adults describe.
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