Communication's Conundrums

Communication seems to be everywhere. Unavoidable. Blogs, newspapers, websites, magazines, etc. etc. Every day a barrage of information is being communicated at us, almost against our will. And then there's the people we talk to every day, maybe in little ways, "I'll have grande, non-fat latte," to the friends we text and the family we share the account of our day with. Communication is so convenient now, so why is it sometimes the hardest thing to do? I guess it's not for some people, those who have to say everything they think, especially when it's something they're bothered by. But then there are others who fear confrontation, even when they have a grievance about something or someone. If they're not at fault, why do they procrastinate confronting the problem? I think because they're the kind of people who even if they're upset with the person, they still hate the thought of anyone not liking them. And often hurt feelings are simply a matter of misunderstandings not spoken, not explained. Both parties may be wondering why the other acted or acts the way they do, but because they haven't spoken about their feelings, they assume the other person is indifferent about the situation. It's ironic then that not speaking becomes a form of communication, but a negative one. Because even if nothing was resolved by talking, the problem would be more clearly understood, which could, at some point, have positive effects.