I understand the importance of exploring such a profound topic in depth because I can relate to it in so many ways. Hearing a painful truth can be a transformative experience,It often forces us to confront aspects of ourselves that we might prefer to ignore.
This confrontation can be uncomfortable, but it is also an opportunity for growth and self-improvement. A few years back i was told something that I could never forget, it has helped me to become the person i am today but as of then it was not funny.It was a Sunday while me and my friends were about going out.
Before i went to meet my friends,my elder and younger sister told me that i had to change my sense of fashion. They said i was dressing too casual, honestly I couldn't care less at the time.My phone rang and it was my friend. He asked if I was still going out with them and I said yeah.
I had zero idea that that day was going to change my life😂. I got dressed and I went out to meet them,when they saw me , they couldn't believe I was about to go out with them dressed like someone who was about to chill at home 😂.
One of them quickly asked me to go change so we could go out, and I told him I was all ready to go out .They told me they wouldn't sit with me in the same place when we go out because of how I was dressed 😂Instantly I wanted the ground to just swallow me up😂.
When someone tells us a painful truth, it can feel like a blow to our self-esteem. We might feel hurt, defensive, or even angry. However, these initial reactions are natural and part of the process of coming to terms with the new information.I went back home to change my outfit, but I was no longer feeling like going out again but they were outside waiting for me.
I quickly look for something decent to wear,We went out ever since that day I have always been conscious about my dressing.One of the most challenging aspects of hearing a painful truth is the realization that others see us differently than we see ourselves.
This can be particularly difficult if the truth touches on a core aspect of our identity or self-worth.It forces us to reevaluate our self-perception and consider how our actions and behaviors are perceived by others.The way we respond to a painful truth can vary greatly depending on our personality, our relationship with the person delivering the truth, and the context in which it is delivered.
Some people might react with immediate defensiveness, rejecting the truth outright. Others might take a more reflective approach, considering the feedback and trying to understand its validity. Regardless of the initial reaction, the key to handling a painful truth is to approach it with an open mind and a willingness to learn.
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It's funny tho
But all I'll say is you learnt the hard way... Lolz
Its funny how i can relate to this dress palava .
I often feel like i could dress how i want to because an not in anybody's nose but eventually i concluded that I am adressed by the way I dress
I really did learn the hard way.
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It’s very normal for a human response to be defense especially when faced with the truth. Knowing how to respond in front of the truth is very important
That's true @deraaa
Your concluding part is filled with lessons to learn. People sees things differently..to you, your dressing wasn't bad but those people made you look like you are staying at home ...your reaction was ok too
Truth can be bitter but it's more effective if we are being corrected politely... however the main thing is to reflect and learn
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Thank you @nkemakonam89
Hmmm
This is deep and true
Thank you @ozd
😂
Funny story. But I always tell people, no matter where you're going to show up looking your best.
Remember, you're addressed by the way you dress.
Yes that's true. Thanks @marriot5464
Glad you were open-minded and didn't take it the wrong way
Thank you @meyateingi
People will sometimes see us differently from the way we see ourself, and hearing some truth from those people around us should make us reflect on ourself and make necessary adjustments just like you have done.
Quite another side to life. I am of the view that we should come out the way we want people to address us. Your appearance may not be bad in your sight but those who behold you can give a critical analysis of you.
However, the lessons learned here are worth it.
Sometimes it's not just the truth said, but the manner they say it also matter. Thank God it gave room for a change. Nice
That's true. At the end it all turned out good.