Episode 30: What to Say When You’re Afraid of Hurting Someone But Need to Be Honest

23/07/2025 25 min Temporada 1 Episodio 30

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ow do you speak your truth… when you know it might hurt someone you care about?In this episode, we explore the tender space between honesty and harm—the fear of being misunderstood, the guilt of disappointing others, and the emotional risk of choosing truth over silence.You’ll learn:Why honesty feels dangerous for people who were taught to keep the peaceWhat relational integrity means—and how to practice it with careGentle, grounded scripts for speaking hard truths with compassionWhat conscious rupture is—and why not all conflict is failureHow to navigate truth-telling without abandoning yourself or blaming othersWhether you’re setting a boundary, ending a relationship, or simply being more honest in your everyday life, this episode will give you the words—and the permission—to honor your voice without sacrificing your heart.

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