The problem with people of modern world is that they are too preoccupied with worries, anxieties, and negative emotions. As a result, they are adversely affecting their state of health.

White lies have become prevalent nowadays in order to ease burdens or to persuade others to do things that they thought are unattainable.

There was once a weightlifter who couldn't lift weights in excess of 300 lbs. So his coach devised a clever idea and told him that barbell he has to carry weighs only 300 lbs. With all his might, weightlifter managed to put it above his head. After he puts it down, coach told him that he has just lifted 350 lbs. of weight! It's all in mind!

A famous person once said, "Whenever you think you can or you can't, you're right."

If you think you are poor, then you are; unless you properly condition your thoughts to positive mindset. I know it's hard to think rich if your environment is not conducive to such way of thinking. Use your imagination then! Visualize your house to be a mansion, your old car to be a limousine,... Well you get picture.

There is absolutely no limit with what mind can achieve. But you have to combine belief, will power, and action with positive thinking in order to arrive at your intended destination.

See? If only one of them took initiative to speak out what's in his or her mind, then that particular dilemma would be over.

Now why would people prefer to keep their complaints and criticisms to themselves? What's holding them back?

It's because they do not want to be rejected. Most, people, if not all, would like to be accepted and to be perceived as likeable in eyes of others.

So can you get your message across without hurting their feelings?

Substitute negative statements with positive ones.

Instead of saying "You don't understand," say "Let me explain." Instead of remarking "You're wrong," say "Permit me to clarify." Instead of stating "You failed to say," just mention "Perhaps this was not stated."

There are certain words that affect a person more negatively in comparison with other words that have same meaning.

Nothing could be more pleasing to ear than hearing someone else say that you are right. In this case, be prepared to let other people know that you respect their opinions. You may add your comments at end, but acknowledge them first.

Say: You're right, although ... Great suggestion, however ... I agree with your opinion, however ... I would feel same way if I were you, although ... I understand your situation, however ...

Reassure your counterparts that decision made will benefit both parties. People need to feel that they have made right choice.

Communication is a gift. Use it wisely for everyone's advantage.