This really resonates with me. I have noticed that a lot of my expectations stay unspoken, and then I end up feeling misunderstood when others don’t meet them. It’s not that people don’t care, it’s that I haven’t clearly expressed what matters to me. I think what makes it difficult is the fear of being misunderstood, judged, or even feeling like I’m asking for too much. But I’m starting to see that clarity is actually a form of respect, both for myself and for others. This week, I’m going to focus on communicating more openly, especially by sharing how certain things impact me instead of holding it in. Starting small feels realistic, and I believe it’ll make a difference over time.