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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/orange196 on 2026-01-02 20:48:07+00:00.
in a group conversation I noticed I did this twice. I think i started talking at the same time as my friend twice to ask her for clarification about something she brought up. now I’m feeling guilty for interrupting (?). it was to build on what was said/get more info vs bringing up a new topic.
previously when this happens I often say sorry go ahead if I start at same time as another person and sometimes they’ll say you go ahead and then that exchange also feels awkward.
so was what I did rude? what would be better? when I pause longer it seems they’re onto the next subject before I said what I wanted to bring up.
i value being ggracious and am naturally more of a listener so these two “interruptions” or starting to speak at same time feel like I was mean in some way. Thank you for any insight!