Why Unsolicited Advice is So Annoying (And How to Respond)

Berkowitz Civility Group
Feb 17
2 min read

Everyone’s been there—you’re sharing a story or venting a little about a problem, only to be interrupted with someone’s “well-meaning” advice. It’s one of those interactions that can feel grating, and often it’s hard to pinpoint exactly why. So, why is unsolicited advice so annoying?

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