“If You Don’t Understand, Ask!”

Danielle and Kristen met in high school. At first, Kristen felt awkward because she could not understand what Danielle was saying. She felt embarrassed. She did not want to ask her to repeat herself. But Kristen gave Danielle the wrong answer to a simple question. Danielle knew right away what the problem was. She told Kristen, “You don’t need to pretend that you understand me if you really don’t! I don’t mind repeating what I say, even several times. Please just ask me!” After that, Danielle and Kristen’s friendship grew stronger.