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by mierz00 123 days ago
Marginally related, I feel the same way about honesty, especially in a work context.

I’ve always prided myself in being an honest but considerate person.

A recent experience with a colleague who weaponised my honesty in an attempt to manipulate me has left a foul taste in my mouth. Luckily their contract ended and the problem resolved itself.

But I remember distinctly feeling that I will be professional and polite but I do not automatically owe anyone my honesty.