Many people use email to communicate because it is a fast way to discuss things without having to pick up the phone, or meet for coffee. Co-parents often use email to avoid constant contact, while still being able to discuss everything they need to. It is important to remember as you hit send, that this is not necessarily a neutral form of communication. What this means is that what your writing could be taken in an entirely different context than what you intended it to be. We all have a different tone, and what you write could be taken out of context if read in aggression or sarcasm. Exclamation points and CAPITAL LETTERS may seem like a great way to get your point across, but they could be taken in a way you do not intend. When possible, consider remaining positive and careful. Re-reading what you write and focusing on the things that might be taken offensively is one way. If you find that you are emotional at the time you are writing the email, consider sleeping on the idea and sending it in the morning.
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