“Truth tellers are not always palatable. There is a preference for candy bars.”
Gwendolyn Brooks, Quotes by Women
Sometimes, I have an internal tug of war with myself. Should I speak the truth and risk ruffling feathers? Or should I stay simply smile and nod instead?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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When I did the latter, I ended up frustrate and discontent. When I did the former, I was set free.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Freedom came at a cost. I ruffled feathers and upset some. I also became a truer version of myself. I took off the masks and discovered the beauty of authenticity.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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What do you choose? Truth telling or candy bars?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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