Why do people say it's better to get rejected than to never express your feelings to someone you like?

Why might someone feel conflicted about settling abroad when they have strong family ties in India?
Why do people say they feel lost after losing someone close, when they should still be themselves? What's the big change all about?
What is a belief that you hold that is true to you but not for others?
As you and your husband age together, what's a non-verbal habit that has become key to truly understanding each other's needs?