Truth hurts...but does it HAVE to? How to BEST tell the TRUTH
Channel: MANdatory Work
Date: 2023-05-11

We've all heard the common phrase "Truth hurts", and while truth can oftentimes be uncomfortable, are there other aspects of truth-telling that we're not addressing? Does truth have to hurt? I believe that oftentimes truth can be communicated in a much more positive way if people understand some psychological truths in human behavior. It requires us to insert ourselves into other people's shoes and imagine how we would handle certain situations and conversations. We need to prioritize healthy relationships and friendships, and yes, while there are instances where "tough love" is necessary, we must first find the best possible method to make sure that we can compassionately communicate truth to the people in our lives. "Truth hurts" may be a popular adage, but in this video, I'll be sharing other ideas that arguably hold more truth.

Here's an example of how you can effectively and compassionately communicate truth to other people in your life while minimizing the risk of straining your relationship. Timestamps are included below.

0:00 Intro
0:43 Personal Story  
1:53 The Importance of Timing
2:46 The Importance of Tone
3:44 Don't Confuse It With Sugarcoating
4:10 Truth And Compassion
4:20 Outro