Why Does Telling the Truth Cost So Much?
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Why Does Telling the Truth Cost So Much?
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About this listen
Why is it that when you finally say how something feels—calmly, honestly—you’re the one who walks away questioning yourself?
In this episode, I sit with the quiet cost of honesty. The moments where you speak up with good intentions, only to leave feeling unsettled, unheard, or unsure if you said too much. I talk about how this pattern shows up in relationships, friendships, family, and even work—and what it slowly does to your sense of self.
We explore why honesty is sometimes treated like harm, how being kept small or hidden can shape your identity over time, and why real confidence isn’t as fragile as we’re often told. This isn’t about blaming anyone—it’s about understanding what happens when truth keeps landing in spaces that can’t hold it.
If you’ve ever left a conversation replaying your words, doubting your instincts, or wondering why speaking up feels so costly, this episode is for you.