Honesty

[katiekate139]

I had a really good philosophy class today. We talked about "right" and "wrong" and ended up on the topic of honesty. Mr. Blake claimed that if we were honest about everything in our life, we would experience a liberating feeling. The point was raised that sometimes it's hard to speak the truth because it can hurt people. I'm going to say it anyway

Comments

Yes!

[peterparka]

I love this entry. I have been dealing with this all of my life, but ESPECIALLY lately. Lots of people in my classes don't understand where I'm coming from in a conversation and when I make comments it seems like no one agrees with me and I stand out as an asshole for saying them, when really I'm sure everyone agrees but are too cowardly to say it. Then they try to bring me down for being the one to tell the truth. I try to get them to follow the path of LOGICAL thought that led to my conclusion, but they refuse, and simply bring up a point like "that's mean" or "let's not talk about this" or "dont stereotype" because theyre too soft to follow any logical debate or reasoning. Thank you.

Re: Yes!

[katiekate139]

I'm glad we share the same opinion on this subject. I haven't had to speak any "rational thoughts" yet, but hopefully when the opportunity presents itself, I'll be able to be honest. I admire people who can tell the truth even when it's uncomfortable.

[anonymous]

I found a qoute that seems to fit with your post. Maybe. Well here it is:
"lying is the currency of the world"
I dont know who said this.
I thought of your livejournal when i read it.

K_a_y_l_a_n (think that livejournal username is taken already? haha)