On Friday, Tepco presented an even starker view of the situation, acknowledging that as much as 220,000 tons of that water is stored in makeshift steel tanks similar to the one that is leaking.
Whether you're in an informal or formal situation, acknowledging the presence of another person is a fundamental point of having good manners.
"It has been a learning curve for all of us regarding this situation," acknowledged Cecka Rose Green, communications director for FHFC.
So the insurer bumped it to Tier 5. "It's a loony situation," acknowledged Sharon Jhawar, Scan's vice president of pharmacy.
In addition to making sure that the CEC members could "see" their child as a human being, the next of kin appreciated being seen, having their situation acknowledged, and receiving sympathy and support from the committee members.
It can be very helpful to use the technique of nonviolent communication, in which you observe the situation, acknowledge your feelings, determine your need (such as a need for space, for not being verbally abused, etc).
"If the trend continues," the Web site acknowledged, "the situation could turn catastrophic".
Acceptance is receiving information about a situation and acknowledging that the situation is truly happening.
The first step to saying no in this sort of situation is acknowledging the invitation.
The most important step in changing a situation is acknowledging it, although admittedly, sometimes that can be the hardest part.
