Nothing but the truth

Not only is the truth bitter but often times, it's very hard to voice out. Either out of fear of what it might result to, lack of confidence or even to protect one's personal interest.

People might decide to conceal the truth out of concern from those whom they have their best interests at heart, when they realise that such revelation would utterly break the other party.
Afterall, what you don't know won't harm you right?

But then again, there are times when ignorance turns out to be distress rather than bliss.

I've had a situation when I was contemplating on whether to tell a close one the truth or just keep it to myself. A lot of what ifs ran through my head.

What if I tell her and she ends up hating me?
What if she sees me as a dishonest fellow, who is not to be trusted?
What if this..... what if that?

My mind was like a whirlwind as different thoughts breezed and raced in and out of my head. However, keeping the truth from her didn't sit well me. Despite the fact that I didn't have any ill motive behind my actions, the guilt kept eating at my conscience so I made up my mind to tell her the truth so that I could get it off my chest.

Rather than the insult, shout and curses I had expected, she simply took a deep breath and told me to give her some time alone.

Later on, we had a tête-à-tête and she happened to understand the reason behind my action. Not that she wasn't angry but because I fessed up, her anger dissipated and she was quite glad that I was candid with her.

This made me realise the importance of saying the truth at any given time.
Now, what if I didn't come clean?

I know it would have been nothing but a total disaster if she had found it out herself.

Similarly, the truth is what I expect from others at all times regardless of how bitter, grave or painful it might sound or be. I might not guarantee a calm and composed reaction but deep down, I will be thankful to you for giving me the real deal.

I'm inviting @temmylade and @davingson to pop in and share their views here.

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No matter what the outcome will be either hate or hatred nothing beats it than telling the truth thanks for sharing

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You really write something great and am really impressed by your write up, it's good to let the truth out in many occasions but in some occasion too, to avoid destructiveness, you have keep it to yourself for that great reason. And thanks for the mention.

You just put a smile on my face with your heartwarming words. Thanks for that ☺️.

I stand on saying the truth at all times. Keeping the truth from others can also be thoughtful but depending on the effect and gravity of the situation.

Thanks for popping in.

You are welcome dear

Truth is bitter sometimes but it's the only way to set ourselves free. I love that your friend handle the truth your shared with maturity.

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You can say that again. I couldn't contain my joy when she perfectly understood me.

Thanks a lot 😊.

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