Truth and Consequences

“Speak the truth, but leave immediately after.” (Slovenian Proverb)

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In your own words, what is the main idea or theme expressed in the above Slovenian Proverb, and what does it have to do, if anything, with being wise or successful in life?

“If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.” (Albert Einstein)

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Getting Personal

Have you ever told the truth, only to find that the “truth” was not well received by others? What was the situation, and what was the reaction to your truth telling?

Why is it that people sometimes don’t want to hear the truth, and may actually hold it against you if you tell the truth?

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Interested in seeing what artificial intelligence (ai) has to say about the meaning of today’s quotation? Compare it to your own interpretation. You may be fascinated, or even possibly humbled.

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INSIGHTS for SUCCESS

“Fear is not in the habit of speaking truth.” (Tacitus)

“There is a price to pay for speaking the truth. There is a bigger price for living a lie.” (Cornel West)

“Courage is the willingness to speak the truth about what you see and to own what you say.” (Seth Godin)

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By Gary and Esther Berkley

Gary and Esther Berkley are the authors of "Whatever You Become, Become Your Best - The College and Graduate Guide to Wisdom for Success in Life." Check it out at www.amazon.com/dp/B09593L5FT

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