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Best way to break bad news to each zodiac

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Aug 11, 2022, 08:00 IST
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Here's how you deal with each zodiac

Bad news is something no one wants but it is indeed inevitable at any point of time. Some people become dramatic after bad news and some panic inwardly but show complacency. Everyone has a different way of dealing with bad news so it is best to break it to them artistically at times so that the impact is not as bad. If we go by zodiac signs, here is how you can break bad news to each of them.

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Aries

This sign prefers people being direct in their approach. Beating around the bush for anything is never appreciated by them. Just tell them the bad news.



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Taurus

To a Taurus, an acquaintance can be direct especially if it is related to their profession but a close one can begin with kind words and then let them know. Prepare them mentally that there is some bad news and then reveal the news so that it does not come as a shocker to them.

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Gemini

Be a bit gentle with this zodiac. We don’t mean that you keep the news for them even if their loved one has died. Let them know that something is wrong, create that atmosphere and then slowly break the bad news to them. Just be softer than how you would approach a Taurus.



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Cancer

They are sensitive but they can be a pain too. You can be direct with them because there is no other way around it. If you stick around you will see flood gates opening wide. If you are not attached to them, don’t turn around, you will feel super guilty otherwise.



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Leo

You have to first set the context with this zodiac sign and then break the news. Begin with “I hate to tell you” and they will know and prepare themselves. To provide the balm too, you can say “you gave your best” and “whatever happens, there is a reason to it”... it most of the time works with Leos.



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Virgo

With Virgos, sometimes, it is best to say “let’s try another way” or “something has gone wrong but we fix it” because otherwise the amount of stress they take is scary. You yourself will begin feeling sorry for them and jump into action to help them out when you see the invisible burden on their shoulders.



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Libra

You can be frank with them but be there to console them without being obvious about it. Anything less or more can drive them nuts because they seek balance in everything. They panic, mentally, if anything tips the scales.

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Scorpio

If it is you who has messed up, show that apology not just on your face but also in your words because their wrath is something you definitely want to steer clear of.

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Sagittarius

They need to first know that something wrong has happened. So begin with that and then make them understand that it cannot be undone. As the last step you break the bad news to them. But balm the impact with the words that you are there.

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Capricorn

You can take the soft direct approach. Use less shocking words and let them know the bad news. They know how to take it in their stride and do not be surprised if they already have a plan B.



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Aquarius

Always, give them good news first and then the bad news and carry a glass of water wlong because they can panic!

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Pisces

With a Pisces, the same approach is applicable as that of the Cancerian. They may not react with words but their face may reveal what they are feeling. If you are strong, stock around and look at practical reasoning with them. If not, leave them, give them space and then call and ask if all is well.



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