Question from a friend:
What if people were forthright and more honest with each other? I believe there would be so much less pain in the world. It could be done in love and with kindness. Sometimes it’s hard to trust people in this world.
Quick response:
We can only do this for ourselves, in our own relationships. It ain’t easy if you are really thinking about all the things you say to avoid conflict, keep your spouse happy, get that raise, quiet that kid…other people aren’t the problem, we’re all the problem. Trying to make the world sound nicer than it is, it’s manipulation and tears us from reality.
People will lie to you, sure. but what truth did you hide from them? It’s probably a truth that would have scared them off before they lied.
How the Universe manifested a couple hours later:
My sons lied to me about sneaking screen time behind my back and I’m left wondering how I invited this.
God bless and thank you for reading,
Jason