I'm a New Yorker. I don't believe in air unless I can see it.
I love when pictures ask questions or make others ask questions.
Gesture is not always action.
The problem suggests the solution.
Remember that most people (those who are not photographers) don't even see the things that you missed. Many don't even look. Ergo, you are way ahead of the game.
Failing is not a problem. Not trying is a problem.