Honest to default is where you are honest but also not diplomatic with your words. Be honest with people about who you are and what you expect from them. Your high standards would only scare off the weak.
Honesty deserves to be out in the open where it can be substantial. Sugarcoating and euphemisms might create a vast gap filled with hope or perception , and which, if proven wrong, can cause anger and distrust over time.
It is hard to be honest always, so don’t expect honesty from everyone. Your honesty will get the right people in your life, and the freedom and openness it brings are always worth it.
But that’s just my take. Comment and share yours.
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