Triad

If this goes bad...it might go REALLY bad...

But hey, let's hope for the best.

<I remember saying that.>

Now it has gone bad.

<How much?>

I don't know.

I only have 2/3 of the picture.

<What makes up those thirds?>

1/3 His perspective.

1/3 my observations of the other.

I need the final 1/3.

<Then ask for it.>

<It's as simple as that.>

<But first...>

<Why do you need the whole picture?>

For my own satisfaction,

So I can make informed decisions,

So I can reassure/guide him,

Because I won't make final judgment before knowing all sides.

<But do you actually need the information?>

<Does he want you to get it?>

<Will getting it help or hurt?>

<What will you do if the information gives more distress than comfort?>

I need the final 1/3.

<But do you actually?>