Staying Honest With Friends

Friendships are tough, aren’t they? All of us go through the process of finding people we enjoy and feel comfortable confiding in. Once a friendship is sealed, the serious stuff begins – staying in touch; being there when friends need us; being thoughtful, trusting, and honest.
The last two are the hardest. Deep down, a voice is always saying, “She doesn’t need to know that! It’s too personal!” or “What if he tells someone?” And let’s not forget about the politeness factor – if your slightly overweight friend asks if she needs to shed some pounds, are you really going to say yes? Let’s face it: sometimes honesty just isn’t possible.



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