Do not make assumptions

We are pretty much always making assumptions. We assume that we know how someone is going to react to us. We assume that we know what in their mind. Not only we believe our assumptions, but then we end up taking those assumptions personally and even end up resenting the person.

One of the reasons we make so many assumptions is because we are fearful of asking questions. Once you think you need a clear answer of it, it's a really a good idea to go ahead and ask them. In my experience, obviously by doing so you are going to be able to avoid a lot of stress and drama. So, find the courage to ask questions.

"Making assumptions simply means believing things are a certain way with little or no evidence that shows you are correct, and you can see at once how this can lead to terrible trouble"
Lemony Snicket, The Austere Academy