Be Sensitive to Timing

While timing isn’t everything, it is often the most important factor in determining how you and your ideas will be received.

In personal relationship bringing up sensitive issues when the other person is tried, not feeling well or thinking about something stressful is risky. When you do, the chances that you will cause irritation and end up feeling rejected are high.

It’s natural to assume that the negative reactions of others are signals that they don’t care. But in reality, you would probably react in the same exact way, given the same situation.

Be sensitive to when you bring things up. Don’t let your excitement and enthusiasm blind you to the concerns and pressures of your partner’s support make sure the time is right. When you do, its more than likely your excitement will be shared.

To ensure support, I bring things up when the timing is right.