Help on Helping Someone
By ajalitus
@ajalitus (127)
United States
February 13, 2012 10:57am CST
I have a friend. We're not really that close friends. He's doing bad in school. He's trying pretty hard but he's not really succeeding. He knows that I'm doing very well in the same courses that he's taking. He's not the type to really look around for additional help through tutorials or anything. How do I help him without him feeling like I'm patronizing him?
2 responses
@jellygator (76)
• United States
13 Feb 12
You could "complain" about having to study, and then say, "Hey, what do you think about going for coffee (or whatever) and studying with me? We could hang out and get something done at the same time."
Then, you'll have convo about certain questions or concepts that you guys are working on, without formally tutoring him. It gives him a chance to ask questions without feeling like he's imposing on you, and might even make him feel like he's helping you in the process.
@humerasadat (73)
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13 Feb 12
good to see some one who cares so much for a friend..study together,tell your friend you are getting bored studying alone and are unable to concentrate,and dont try to show'i am trying to help you'attitude.hope you help your friend in scoring good marks.
