"You're having fun, but I'm worried that the rest of the children are getting mad about waiting in line. Come down from there." This is an ineffective personal message for the following reason:
A) The reflection is really an accusation.
B) The reflection has been contradicted by the word 'but'.
C) The adult's emotion is not strong enough for the situation.
D) The adult's reason is not connected to the problem behavior.
E) The whole message is too long.

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The use of the word 'but' contradicts the concern for the other children waiting in line, suggesting that the speaker values fun over consideration for others. This can come across as ineffective or insensitive.

"You're Having Fun, but I'm Worried That the Rest of the Children