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The People Who Say “I’m Fine”
Why the Best Support Often Starts With a Question “How are you doing?” “I’m fine.” It’s a familiar exchange. We ask the question, receive the expected answer, and move on.
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Why the Best Support Often Starts With a Question “How are you doing?” “I’m fine.” It’s a familiar exchange. We ask the question, receive the expected answer, and move on.
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