I Honestly Do Not Know ...

"The great enemy of clear language is insincerity." 

George Orwell

If we hold ourselves accountable for our words, we will choose wisely in sharing comments.  To speak words of truth resonates within us and also extends clarity to the listener.  When we utter false statements, just to be nice, we are misleading not only others, but ourselves as well.

Recalling words spoken sincerely are easier to recall than falsehoods created in a given moment.  We build honor and respect within ourselves by speaking and acting honestly.  When we are known for our word, that we speak truth, we reflect integrity.

It may be difficult to put our truth into words, but we learn from these experiences.  Our honesty can hurt another person, but in the long run, they will be hurt less through the primary encounter.  If we falter not knowing our answer, it is best to still be truthful ... "I honestly do not know."

To Have The Gift of Both

"Perhaps one did not want to be loved so much

as to be understood."

George Orwell, 1984

As children, we want to be loved, and exaggerate our gestures to be understood.  As adults, we also want to be loved and continue to express who we are through communication and arts.  It would seem most humans want both love and to be seen as who they truly meant to be.

For numerous years, we find our lovely selves trying to explain who we are when we are really not all that certain ourselves.  As we constantly evolve, we change and those surrounding us do not necessarily notice or accept the new parts of the self.

If we quietly sit in silence and listen to our hearts, we begin to develop a sense of self.  Then throughout the day, we can try to enhance this one distinction that we have noticed, enhancing it to be a permanent aspect.  There are situations where we are loved, but not understood; just as there are times we are understood, but not loved.  Emotionally, life can be lesser than when we do not have the gift of both.