“One of the truest tests of integrity is its blunt refusal to be compromised ”
— Chinua Achebe
Simplified Meaning:
Being honest and having strong morals is shown when a person stands firm and does not give in to doing something wrong, even if they are pressured. Imagine you find a wallet full of money on the ground and no one saw you pick it up. Integrity is when you decide to find the owner and return the wallet, even though it would be easy to keep it. This shows you are honest and doing the right thing, even when nobody is watching. It’s like a test of your character—making the right choice when the wrong choice might be easier or more tempting. This advice is helpful because, in our lives, we often face situations where we can take shortcuts or do something dishonest. If we hold on to our values and do what is right, we build trust and respect from others, which benefits us in the long run.
