August 5th 2023.
When it comes to cancelling plans, it can be difficult to tell our friends and colleagues the truth. It is completely okay to tell a white lie in order to avoid hurting someone's feelings. For instance, when asked for personal information, it is often better for women to give a Pizza store's number instead of their own to a stranger.
If you are late for work, it is fine to lie and tell your boss that you were stuck in traffic than revealing the truth. However, it is important to draw a healthy line so that it does not become a habit.
When it comes to giving your opinion on someone's looks, it is best to say, 'sorry, I didn't notice' than comment on someone's appearance. This will also end the discussion without hurting any feelings.
Gifts come with sentiments attached to them. If you don't actually like the gift, it is better to say that you liked it rather than tell the truth. After all, it is the thought and efforts that count, so you don't want to hurt someone's feelings.
In the same way, if you are served terrible food and can't bear it, it is best to maintain a bit of discretion and say that you are full because your meal before this was heavy. This way, you can avoid hurting the host's feelings.
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