Because I know that relationships cannot grow without understanding, I share my honest feelings with the special people in my life.
I know I run the risk that the other person may misunderstand or perhaps even get angry, but I am confident that we can work through these hitches and use them to develop deeper relationships.
I have let go of the tendency to only admit to those feelings that could be classified as nice.
It’s a wonderful thing to be happy, content and peaceful. When I do feel that way, I am more than pleased to share the good feelings all around.
I also recognize that life is often far too challenging to be in a perpetual happy state and I am unwilling to pretend for the sake of keeping the waters calm.
I strive for authenticity in my relationships. I want those I love to feel like they can come to me when they are hurt or upset.
I set a precedent by being open with them and by sharing my fears, worries, and struggles along the way.
I realize that some people in life are merely being polite when they ask how I’m doing.
I am careful with my heart and don’t expose my inner self to people unless I know that they genuinely care about me.
Once I am comfortable with others, I am willing to take a risk in sharing my feelings because I know that it is the only way to develop authentic, supportive relationships.
How does being honest within the relationships that truly matter to you affected your life?
How do you show you are trustworthy when others confide in you?
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