If you lie, your nose will grow. At least that's what our parents tell us when we're young and innocent, and believe them without question.
It's not that it's their fault; parents tell that specific white lie (yes, note the sarcasm) to protect their children. Of course, as we grow up, we learn that absolute truth is not always conducive to good, although providence dictates that we should always strive to tell it.
So, is it always beneficial to be honest? We all know that honesty is a double-edged sword. Which side should we use?
Truth, integrity, and moral character make good bedfellows
Of course, this sounds obvious. The ability to tell it always says a lot about a person's character. It provides a glimpse into a person's moral fiber and the health of his or her mind. In short, truth makes trust possible.
Truth attracts the right people to us and wins us valuable friendships. When we practice honesty, we attract what we should be doing.
The truth does set you free. The
secret is a painful stab in the side. Many are not kept for reasons known only to their keepers. Many of them will attest that sharing the truth releases their burdens and takes away their pain. Whatever the outcome, they share it, and it's a relief not to let any form of shenanigans burden them.
Truth always has a purpose.
Truth always has a purpose. Maybe it's to guide someone on a journey of self-discovery. It might teach us something we never knew we had to learn. It may give us new insights into the challenges we face. The truth may help us understand and empathize with family and friends. Providence always desires truth for the greater good.
Telling the truth is always necessary, but not painless. Like medicine, it's sometimes a bitter pill. This makes us wonder if telling it is a good idea.
Truth hurts
Honesty stings. Facing ourselves always takes us out of our comfort zone. It pushes us to take actions we don’t necessarily feel comfortable with, but for the greater good.
Confronting the truth that we need to lose weight may prompt us to eat healthier meals. Being honest about our relationship situations may drive us to find ways to better connect with others.
Truth builds trust
Of course, honesty makes a person trustworthy - we all know that truth and trust go hand in hand, although an occasional reminder is always useful. The truth always scores points with another person, making you credible in their eyes.
But the truth is a sharp, sometimes jagged, double-edged sword. It does come with a fair amount of pain. Consequences can be a bitter pill, especially when you're in trouble through no fault of your own.
The truth leads to the loss of friendship
While this is always true, let’s be honest, it does require sacrifice. It can damage relationships because of a lack of moral courage or inappropriate values. Facing the truth and its consequences can be a daunting task.
That said, the person who abandons your friendship for this reason is probably doing you a favor.
Truths and Misconceptions
People interpret communication subjectively because they almost always attach feelings to the process. One honestly is given a different skin tone depending on how the listener hears it. Therefore, truth and misunderstanding go hand in hand. We shouldn't be surprised when the message "she's sad" is twisted and turned into "she's crazy." What about the result of
? A series of misunderstandings that could have been avoided.
Truth is a double-edged sword - it sometimes works against us, but the consequences of speaking it are always for the greater good. So tell it and be at ease.
A sword
Jagged, cutting
The core slice
present; but precise
Smart tool
The blade is so painful to the touch
Abrasive and cutting
consequences
that cure.
Source public account: Moon Night Chat
