The biggest lie we tell ourselves is: We crave truth. But the truth is hard and often uncomfortable.
Being honest with someone is actually more respectful than holding back.
Source: AXIOS, June 22, 2023. Link.
INSIGHTS: Be blunt, respectful, factual and actionable
Also see: How to deal with people who pretend to know more than they do, Fast Company, June 28, 2023. Link.
Contrary to popular wisdom, people have the most difficulty uttering these three little words . . . I don’t know.”