Sometimes, often even - yes. I sent son off work today, and he has an interview...they have spotted him as he has a degree but is working manual low paid.. they have indicated they see his potential and want to help him get where he wants to go...all good .. but they are thinking of offering him a job he doesn't want.. but at the moment he is only temporary/agency.. I said to him.. don't say outright no.. say you will think about it.. and then go back and reasonably say.. well thank you for your offer, I really DO want to continue working here and make it my career, I would prefer x or y.. The answer's still no stick your job up your... but it's said in a nice way..
Tact is a skill...
I think it touches on freedom of speech.. let's not get into how I feel I was unfairly moderated here but the point is you can express your opinion, feelings and thoughts freely where i live, you just should avoid hateful or derogatory language.. i don't think that's even about reducing one's freedom, but rather it's about not removing the other person's rights to freedom.
Yes, many times it is. It comes down to the tone and inflection when saying it. Even a smile or stern look can change how the words are portrayed and received.
oh YES YES YES......VERY TRUE.......YOU CAN tell someone to go to hell, but if you say it in a certain way, it's not as nasty!!!!!!!!!!!! trust me on this one!!!!!!!!
Benedict Arnold 