3 weeks ago, a man I was listening said the best advice he will give his children is "always look a man straight in the eyes when you speak, then speak the truth".
Later that evening I decided to go the next day without telling a lie.
Not even an itsy bitsy lie. Zero lies. No lies even if someone's life depended on it.
Next day came.
I managed to remind myself in-time in some situations and spoke the truth.
E.g. Someone asked about a report I was supposed to complete & send out that day. I was about 99% done and would have said "I'm done". I caught myself before speaking and decided not to lie about it.
I gave up before the day was over though. A friend asked what my plans were for the weekend. I knew what direction the conversation would go if I said "Yes". I didnt want to go in that direction so I consciously lied.
It will take some work for me to get to a stage in life where I can live without ever telling a lie.
Can you imagine living each day without telling a lie? Are there some instances that make it ok to lie?
lol... at least you tried. I think it's ok to lie sometimes. I do it all the time. Sometimes just to spare the feelings of the other person. It's not right but hey, it's easier than telling the truth.
ReplyDeleteI know. It is much easier to lie sometimes. Especially in situations where the lie can temporarily simplify a complex situation.
ReplyDeleteSince I wasn't able to go a day without telling a lie, I can't expect anyone to always tell the truth.
Life!