Don't Rely on Mind Reading

Even though nobody else is responsible for our happiness, we all do affect one another emotionally. When we’re negatively affected by someone’s behavior and we want them to know, we can’t expect them to read our minds — we need to explain our feelings in a kind and loving way and take responsibility for our interpretations and reactions. Different people have different reactions. They may not have meant it the way we took it. Even though feelings aren’t always accurate, they are valid and it’s okay to feel and share them, as long as we…

Do it lovingly.