Please choose the correct ending to complete the given sentence: Relationships: [header] How to tell the truth when it hurts [title] Ask permission. [step] It's a good idea to let the other person know you're interested in having a tough conversation so that they don't feel blindsided. Ask if the person is willing to talk to you.

Ending1: Ask them about their past and confirm that they are willing to talk about it. Let them know how they feel, and try to be flexible with their decision. Ending2: [substeps] For example, say something like, " hey, is everyone over here? " or, " there's something i haven't been told so i'll be more prepared. " if the person comes to you feeling closed off and isolating, chances are they aren't ready for a serious conversation. Ending3: [substeps] If the person says " no, " be confident that they can stand to do it. Say, " if i'm comfortable here, asking then would be a great choice. Ending4: If the person says no, allow him or her to have a bit more time, and then ask again. Sometimes people need time and space to process that someone has something potentially painful to say.

Answer format: ending1/ending2/ending3/ending4