Many times we do not want to hear the truth if it shows we have been wrong. If we do not acknowledge the truth, we cannot improve in that area of our lives. Here are some notes on the subject you might reflect on.
“The truth does not change according to our ability to stomach it emotionally.” – Flannery O’Connor
“Better a cruel truth than a comfortable delusion.” – Edward Abbey
“The truth knocks on the door and you say ‘Go away, I’m looking for the truth’, and so it goes away. Puzzling.” – Robert M. Pinsig
Are there any truths you have been failing to acknowledge?
Too true
This has been one of the hardest things for me to do in regards to adaptation in my communication processes. I love when people point out that I’m wrong so that I can be right by correcting myself. Even within my core foundational beliefs. Generally this is offensive to other people. From my informal studies, I theorize that cognitive dissidence is a protection mechanism not just for the individual but for the group in a primitive setting. Protecting our similar beliefs prevents the group from being divided, even if it’s a lie or untruth.
“The truth will set you free … But first it will piss you off.”