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Thank you, a good logical reply and would make sense if I had not of
been foolishly unaware. It has been said that love is blind. A painful lesson to learn but it has also been said that all wounds heal over time.
posted by
roadscross
on August 20, 2007 at 7:00 PM
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chyrlann
It would seem to me that the hurt would be greater with the passage of time. If it does not work, or the feelings are not mutual, get it over with before there is heartache
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 20, 2007 at 11:15 AM
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Interesting Mr. Knight,
I know you're not Dear Heartache, and you may not care to have your posts elaborated on (as long as we're here to comment, aye?) but some of us have (sh*tloads), if you will, to say about certain things presented.
I wrote a post recently regarding withholding truth and intend on adding two more scenerios that required withholding truth and the repercussions thereof;
A gentleman told me not so long ago, in regards to the pitfalls of dating, "The most difficult part of dating is not my fear of falling in love or being rejected but rather when a woman falls for me and I don't feel the same. Of course it would be great if I did feel the same, but I haven't. It is horribly painful for me to hurt someone." unquote. I agreed and still agree. I have never feared rejection, but then again, I've never chosen any man. I have only been chosen and needy, therefore 'settled.' (In my youth)
This was the first man I chose from my heart, need free, but I withheld telling him that I was in love with him because he never expressed any love toward me or rejected me. I felt his indecision was based upon his fear of hurting me.
Learning to love unconditionally means you may withhold truth in order to protect someone you love, or you could TRUST that they would be strong enough to handle the truth.
So our relationship remained platonic for a year, until I could no longer wait for a rejection or reciprocation. I had to forgo the fear of hurting him so I told him I was in love with him, but not to feel badly for me, but I knew it was time for me to move on. It was really hard to tell in our final conversation if he was just relieved (I) it was over or if he actually loathed me, so this is an exceptional example of the repercussion of withholding truth (on both ends). You don't gain love or respect and you can even lose a potential friendship!
posted by
roadscross
on August 19, 2007 at 10:37 PM
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So very hard to come by anymore...nice post!
posted by
teddypoet_TheGoodByeFade
on August 15, 2007 at 6:48 PM
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Well said ~ Peace
posted by
Blue_feathers
on August 15, 2007 at 10:28 AM
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RaeS
Thanks!!
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 15, 2007 at 8:43 AM
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Hmm, thought provoking post, Battered Knight..
I think you're correct...Honesty is the manner in which we communicate the truth; so if our conveyances are untainted by spin, manipulation and/or avoidance, truth is unveiled clear and whole - my reaction..:) Great post!
posted by
Katray2
on August 15, 2007 at 8:38 AM
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MiaElla
Honesty is the best policy!
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 15, 2007 at 8:28 AM
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taps
I would agree with that
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 15, 2007 at 8:27 AM
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callista
It is explained here in this post as well as in the comments
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 15, 2007 at 8:27 AM
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I resort to honesty
Even if it means someone getting hurt...or making myself look bad. I tend not to do anything in life that I can't be honest about. It's a refreshing way to live.
posted by
MiaElla
on August 15, 2007 at 7:44 AM
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Battered_Knight
Truth is empirical, demonstrable fact. Honesty is about feelings.
posted by
TAPS.
on August 15, 2007 at 6:45 AM
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explain to me why truth and honesty are not synonymous,
i think they are.
posted by
jeansaw
on August 15, 2007 at 5:32 AM
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proc
It is very good fabric. I will answer with a couple of cliche's
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and some things are better left unsaid
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 11:10 PM
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Yup...makes sense to me~
posted by
Offy
on August 14, 2007 at 11:09 PM
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Battered Knight,I like your old-fashioned values because that's the cloth
Im cut from too. I read the origin of your name . It made me smile. I too believe in doing things for no reason except that theres a need and Im able to fulfill it. As for your question theres also such a thing as too much truth. An inconfident friend is not helped if you tell them that their appearance leaves alot to be desired. That no matter what they wear they will never look beautiful....
posted by
proc
on August 14, 2007 at 11:07 PM
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Saul
Very true! Which goes to show that the two are not synonymous
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 9:45 PM
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soul builder
LOL. I suppose that we all are in some form or another
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 9:44 PM
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Julia
It is kind of like being a little bit pregnant. You either are or you are not. You are welcome M'Lady
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 9:43 PM
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Truth is about perspective; honesty is a state...
posted by
saul_relative
on August 14, 2007 at 9:42 PM
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gavelkorbald
My post was not to defend a position but rather to provoke thought. In the future, I will become more descriptive.
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 9:42 PM
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lustorlove
So lies then are acceptable. or perhaps necessary
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 9:41 PM
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Telemachus
A very good definition
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 9:40 PM
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battered knight
I am battered, too!
posted by
Soul_Builder101
on August 14, 2007 at 9:35 PM
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yes, it is a little hard to be "sort of" honest--
you either are, or you're not. By the way, thanks for answering my question about your blogging nickname.
posted by
Julia.
on August 14, 2007 at 9:33 PM
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The truth hurts....
As they say, honesty is the best pollecy(cant spell tonight)...though I remember far to many times that truth and honesty have gotten me into a considerable amount of trouble. I continue to be as honest and truthfull as I can...it follows in my own codes as a warrior. Actions speak louder than words....lies do not become us. You should add more detail to your work...how do you feel about truth and honesty aside from karma...sometimes karma takes along time to find its way where its needed. :) A very good post!
posted by
gavelkorbald
on August 14, 2007 at 8:34 PM
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batteredknight
if someone is hiding something and want to keep from hurting someone they tell a white lie to protect that person, a lie out of love
posted by
Lanetay
on August 14, 2007 at 7:41 PM
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For me, “truth” is a revelation or a previously discovered and established
fact, while “honesty” is ones willingness to be open and forthcoming with others.
posted by
telemachus
on August 14, 2007 at 7:32 PM
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interesting.....welcome!
posted by
ladyofshalott
on August 14, 2007 at 6:42 PM
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foliagegold
It is alright, so long as it did not make your brain hurt!
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 6:33 PM
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wiley
And the truth shall set you free!
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 6:32 PM
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Battered_Knight - I'm just being silly this evening. Really, I am very
tired and your post made me stop and try to think. Didn't work so well.
posted by
FoliageGold
on August 14, 2007 at 6:32 PM
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foliagegold
Now, why in the world would you think that?
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 6:28 PM
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Battered_Knight - Ha, ha! Are you messing with me? I'm so tired tonight.
posted by
FoliageGold
on August 14, 2007 at 6:27 PM
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foliagegold
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 6:26 PM
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Battered_Knight - Okay on that. I was thinking in terms of universal
truths...........
posted by
FoliageGold
on August 14, 2007 at 6:21 PM
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Battered_Knight
A good read, and I can relate to that, full truth is all there is.
"Truth crushed to earth shall rise again." Bryant
posted by
WileyJohn
on August 14, 2007 at 6:21 PM
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foliagegold
That would be the whole truth and nothing but the truth, or complete honesty
posted by
Tattered_Knight
on August 14, 2007 at 6:18 PM
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Battered_Knight - I'm going to have to think on this one a bit.
I understand you're meaning. But to me a truth is a truth and doesn't change.....
posted by
FoliageGold
on August 14, 2007 at 6:16 PM
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I agree !
posted by
afzal50
on August 14, 2007 at 6:08 PM
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So true!
posted by
Afzal_Sunny7
on August 14, 2007 at 6:02 PM
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