What is left unsaid gets in the way of the relationship. What is left unasked-for is a missed opportunity.
Remind people who they are instead of just complimenting them on what they've done.
The trappings of lifestyle are often that; traps.
Confidence comes from seeing so many sides, angles, views, and tangents. Because when you do select an approach or direction, you are doing so with better/ more complete information.
Shift from judgment to compassion to love.
Grant people a lifetime of forgiveness before you even meet them.