It could seem that your words are not being effectively communicated which could make you feel misunderstood and unsure of yourself today. Even though it may be frustrating when others don't comprehend what you have to say, you might first tell yourself that communication is a two-way street – that while it is just as important for you to get your ideas across, it is also equally important for the other person to listen fully. Knowing this could help you to not only feel better about yourself but it might also give you the space to step back from your interactions today, take a few deep calming breaths, and really gain some perspective on what is happening. Once you see what is wrong, then you may find that it is much easier to work toward repairing it than to get upset or agitated.

Misinterpretations are easily remedied when we take the time to fully understand where breakdowns are really happening. Because we can get emotional when things don't seem to be going our way, it is easy to get annoyed with ourselves or with others if our message isn't heard correctly. The act of detaching from the interaction – even momentarily – allows us to see things from a different point of view, which in turn helps us back up and repeat things in another way or correct any misunderstandings. By making the effort to gain a new view of your interactions, you will communicate much more effectively and with greater confidence today.