Which of the above tips has been ignored in the sentences below? • Rephrase the statements in a way that is more positive.

Every time tip 4 is ignored. These sentences sound too personal and accusatory because the personal pronoun “you” is used at the beginning of each sentence.

It would be better to express the same ideas in the following way:

1 I can\'t sleep when somebody plays the violin so loudly.

2 The sound of an electric drill causes problems with my sleep.

3 I think dogs should be walked on a leash so that other people won’t be frightened.

4 My windows get dirty when you hang your wet carpet on the balcony.