"Whoever is carless with the truth in small matters
cannot be trusted in important affairs."
Albert Einstein
Truth is often times difficult to put into words, but falsifying information can trigger larger consequences. Truth at times needs to be abbreviated respecting boundaries, but life experience aligns the self through honesty. In order to express what is true, it is necessary to be congruent with the self.
Prior to responding, it is helpful to pause and question if we are on automatic pilot or offering authenticity. Depending upon the topic, we may have changed our preferences and have not yet updated our thoughts. There is also the need to allow the self to admit we simply do not know.
Being a truthteller may cause us to falsely assume others are trustworthy. When a question feels invasive and creates a stir within, we may ask, "What makes you ask that?" (Motivation is key). Living our truths can be challenging, but a life of integrity is well worth the effort.
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