Avoiding the truth because we’re afraid of hurting someone’s feelings often ends up hurting everyone. Our self-esteem suffers because our subconscious mind gets the message that what we really feel isn’t valid. Since we all tap into the one mind, at some level others know that we’re not being honest. Even well-intentioned dishonesty has unintended, negative consequences. Unless danger is involved, when an uncomfortable situation arises and we’re tempted to tell a little white lie to avoid discomfort, it’s best to pause and remember that the truth is likely to be of greater benefit…
To everyone.
