One of the most important values in my life is truth. As long as I can remember, I always knew that it was important for me to tell the truth. When I was young, it was because I knew that my mother would be furious if I lied. But as I quickly learned, I didn't always tell the truth as young girl or a young woman.
When I was older, I learned the difference between secrecy and privacy. In my solid adult friendships, I share with those I trust and only share what I want with those who don't need to know my life's story. And further, I sometimes find myself in my circle friends or my meditation group or with complete strangers and I hear my voice sharing something deeply personal because either I need to share it or I believe that someone else needs to hear it.
Speak truth with kindness - it is how we learn to trust each other and deepen our personal relationships. Today, someone told me the truth. It can be scary because it means that someone was thinking about me and found the strength to call me. I know these difficult conversations take time and courage which I truly appreciate.
It wasn't easy to hear. But today was the day and I needed to hear it. Today is today. Someone showed me kindness in truth and truth in kindness. I'm not walking away. I'm embracing, I'm in solution and I'll deal with it.
And tomorrow is another day. #valutesinaction
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