If I take something from you which you had no intention of offering or giving to me, that would normally be considered theft
If you offer me something which, really, I would much rather not have, it is open to me to decline your kind offer. Sometimes simple politeness or kindness, or just plain old embarrassment, may make refusal impossible. Sensitive people will spot my reaction & will withdraw their unwelcome offer. Overbearing bullying insensitive idiots will insist that I take it anyway
Why then are we so ready to sympathise with those who are all too ready to take offence, even when none was intended? For whom no apology can ever be enough?
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