In what way does the phrase "You should have . . ." come across as condescending?

The following figure shows pictorially how test documents span across the software development lifecycle. The following discusses the specific testing documents in the lifecycle: Central/Project test plan: This is the...

One reason for defensiveness is hearing what others say as a personal attack or attaching your own meaning to what others are saying. Actively listen to the other person’s words....

Try asking why she has a negative outlook on it. Try to understand why, no matter if it's religion, personal experiences, etc. If she really does love you, then she...

Unfortunately, this is due to the VHS deteriorating over time. There is usually a "tracking" button on the VHS player or remote, and clicking it should help reduce the lines.

Either way is OK, but people will understand your point more easily if you say, "I am left with only $5."

Condescending behavior is a power play where the other person is trying to make you look small so they can look big.

Give yourself time to calm down before discussing it with them directly. Say something like, "The other day in the meeting, you said something to me that felt uncomfortable and...

There are many different ways to play Bingo, and you can even make some up yourself. Some popular ways to play are 4 corners or X.

You could drop a penny in a well and make a wish.

If your dam is going to build up large amounts of pressure, then far into the walls. But at the same time, if your river bed and walls are made...