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7 November 2026
There are moments when being understood matters more than being praised. A person may listen to our words, appreciate our achievements and even offer advice, yet still fail to understand what we are trying to express.
True understanding requires something beyond listening. It asks for patience, an effort to see another person’s circumstances and the willingness to accept that their feelings may be different from our own.
In relationships, misunderstandings often arise not because people lack affection, but because they become too occupied with defending their own positions. Conversations turn into arguments, explanations become accusations, and the original concern disappears.
Perhaps we should occasionally pause before responding. A little patience can reveal what hurried words conceal. A sincere question can prevent an unnecessary disagreement.
Nobody expects to be understood perfectly at all times. But there is considerable comfort in knowing that someone is genuinely trying.
In the end, being understood is not about finding someone who always agrees with us. It is about finding someone who makes the effort to see the world from where we stand.
Rajat Chandra Sarmah, Guwahati, Assam, India, Instagram @rajatchandrasarmah, Website: rajatchandrasarmah.com, email rajatchandrasarmah@gmail.com
