Truth and Consequences:
I Agree to Speak My Truth
with Compassion [1]
Bob MacArthur
When was the last time you were talking with your spouse, partner, child or friend and you decided not to answer their question directly? You fudged on the truth, because you were afraid your comment would be hurtful. Or maybe you didn't even bring up a subject that you felt certain would trigger a conflict.
Or, think of a time at work when you avoided the response that was on your mind and instead gave one that you thought would be more politically correct.
If we're honest, most of us will admit we hedge our "truths" more often than we'd like. At other times we avoid sharing them altogether. That is why the Agreement to speak my truth with compassion is at once so difficult and yet so powerful.
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[1] This is the third article in a series that highlights the Revolutionary Agreements by Marian Head. For more information go to www.revolutionaryagreements.com. Also click on the Newsletter Archives button on this page to read previous articles about the Agreements. |