Being more honest means being more open — more open not only to my own but to other people’s imperfections too. It means that I believe that others have the capacity to deal with their emotions. It means I’m giving them a chance to decide for themselves what to do with the truth. By letting people see things as they are even if it may make them uncomfortable and potentially put a strain on our relationship, I am giving them a chance to work through their discomfort and to grow.