“Words were not given to man in order to conceal his thoughts.”
— Jose Saramago
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People use language to share what they are thinking and feeling. Imagine you have a friend, Sarah, who tells you she is feeling great, but her face looks sad. You would be confused because her words don’t match her expression. The idea here is that our words should show what’s truly going on inside us, not hide it. For example, if you’re upset about something, it’s better to tell your friend honestly rather than pretending everything is fine. This allows others to understand and help you. If everyone used their words to hide the truth, it would be hard to trust what anyone says. Being honest in our communication creates trust and strong relationships. So, it's important to use our words to clearly express our real thoughts and feelings.
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Authenticity Communication Expression Honesty Intention Interaction Language Thoughts Transparency TruthFEATURED QUOTES
