"I believe in being honest. I believe in being true ..." So go the words of one of my favorite Primary songs.
We live in a time where honesty and truth are in short supply. Too many people treat them as disposable commodities, ones that can be taken out when it's convenient and put away when they become inconvenient.
We have only to look to politicians and other public figures to witness examples the "convenient honesty" policy. More disturbing, though, is the attitude of the media. Once respected media personalities and venues have given way to buying in to the convenience of half-truths and even lies.
Do I sound naive when I expect more of our media, to expect journalistic integrity? Probably.
What do we do to turn this tide of dishonesty? Like everything, it begins with me. With you. With our families. We can make a difference, one truth at a time.
This I know for sure: honesty is a precious gift. When we give it, we elevate ourselves and others.
Many lies arise from the often mistaken impression that people don't want the truth. What is probably closer to the truth is that people sometimes don't like the truth at first, and the people telling the truth don't like that negative reaction. Really, dishonesty is moral cowardice. It takes courage to tell the truth and live with the consequences. Increasingly so, since fewer and fewer are willing to pay the price.
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