That's why they don't get what they want because they are afraid to say what they want.
I think there are many times people don't even KNOW what they want. They haven't paused to ask themselves the question or are afraid facing themselves.
Sometimes people suggested to 'ask' for the Way, I only smiled and replied, the way is not what you can ask, but need to reach the inner peace with myself, when I am empty myself, then the window for enlightenment can have chance to come in.
Giving and taking are two sides on one coin. There is no free meal in the world, we need to first recognize and take the responsibilities and commitment towards to what we want to achieve.
The rule is very simple - No Pain No Gain; once you gain it, don't be possessed by it.
When standing on the mountain peak and look far; before climbing on another higher peak, have to learn stepping downwards safely and elegantly; and have no fear walking in the valley.
