When Assumptions Replace Feelings

The disconnect between what we feel and what we assume

We all want to be understood. Whether in friendships, relationships, or leadership, the way we express ourselves shapes how people respond to us. But too often, we don’t communicate what we’re actually feeling. Instead of saying, “I feel frustrated,” we say, “I feel like nobody respects me.” Instead of admitting, “I feel overwhelmed,” we say, “I feel li…