Real

Misha kicked a soccer ball across the room. It bounced off the wall and knocked over a picture frame, breaking it on the floor. His mom was out for the afternoon, and he knew when she got back, she would be upset. He cleaned it up and tried to place it back where it was. When she got home and saw it, she asked what had happened. Misha denied knowing anything and so did his brothers. Frustrated that no one was telling the truth, she took away the TV until someone owned up to it. Misha knew his lie was affecting his brothers, but he really didn’t want to get into trouble.

It’s important to tell the truth because it can impact those around you. Your behavior isn’t just about you. The way you act can have a positive or negative impact on the people around you. Lying creates an environment where trust cannot thrive. Strive to be someone who tells the truth because you love others. When you speak words that are real and true, you care for others by building dependability and trust.

How can you practice honesty even when it’s uncomfortable?