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Communicate with Confidence: The Blueprint for Mastering Every Conversation

The Mel Robbins Podcast

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Truth is Kindness; Deception is Cruelty

Avoiding direct communication out of a desire to protect someone's feelings is fundamentally misguided. It is more harmful to mislead or lie than to convey the truth, which can foster emotional strength. When you skirt around the truth, you imply a lack of belief in the other person's emotional resilience. Conversely, being honest reinforces their capacity to handle difficult situations, ultimately strengthening the relationship. Emphasizing honesty acknowledges the individual's ability to cope and respects them, distinguishing genuine kindness from deception.

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