There’s an old saying that actions speak louder than words; and I try to live by that adage most of the time.  In reality, though, it can be a pretty lousy way to communicate; especially when I expect others to guess why I’m taking a particular action or when I expect them to take a hint from my silence, .

Sometimes the only way to get a message across is to speak; to use words over actions.  If you’re holding back and expecting your actions to speak for you, doesn’t it make sense that the real issues aren’t being discussed?  When problems persist I know that’s a sign that it’s time to say what I need to say—everything I need to say.

If you have a lingering problem with someone, chances are you haven’t let it all out.  Be mindful, be kind, but have the entire discussion; not just the part where you say only half of what you need to say and expect your actions to make up for the unspoken part.  If you’re still unable to resolve the issue, feel free to revert back to letting your actions speak for you…walk away, rise above, and get on with the good stuff.