When you avoid speaking in absolutes, you leave room for flexibility, openness, and the possibility of different perspectives.
Instead of Absolute: "This is the best restaurant in town."
Avoid Absolute: "I really enjoy the food at this restaurant. It's one of my favorites in town."
Explanation: By expressing personal enjoyment rather than declaring it as the absolute best, you acknowledge that others may have different tastes and preferences
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