How to be kind when being honest?

Kind honesty does sometimes require more thought but it is worth it.

I try to remember that 'honesty' and 'truth' are not necessarily synonymous. What I honestly think may not be truth. It's only my opinion.

That popular phrase "brutal honesty" could be shortened to just 'brutal.' Moreover, if I am brutally honest, I may as well save my breath. The hearer will be so busy processing hurt and resentment and anger, they won't even hear the 'truth' I think I told them.

I don’t think so. A lot of the time, honesty in itself is an act of kindness. It’s about being tactful.

Actually, honesty and kindness are (almost) the same thing. How can you be kind, without being honest? Lying is not kind.

I think that even if you're being nice and honest, some people will still be offended by it if they don't like to hear the truth. 🙈😊

I think one's tone has a lot to do with it. If someone is speaking harshly it is offensive. If spoken using softer words then the critism/honesty is easier to take.

As well to say it as think it🤷‍♂️
Honesty is always best

I’ve found sometimes telling the truth with sugar dripping from one’s lips isn’t something some can accept. They will kick back no matter how sweet you present it,

Honestly I’ve always been kind 😊

Being honest can be kind. But if it’s a sensitive subject I try not to be….brutally honest.

Tact and tone

For some it is.

Kindness when being honest may require a greater use of diplomacy, especially when addressing something negative.

Honesty doesn't have to be brutal.
You can be kind without lies.
Compassion is the key and kindness costs nothing.

I don't like brutal honesty, because it is brutal
I do value honesty.
I don't think those who dish out brutal honesty like when it's dished out on them.

Choice of language and means of delivery are the key elements to avoid brutal honesty.

It's not hard, no. That's what being tactful is all about. Honesty isn't always helpful or noble in itself and brutal honesty is more about callousness than compassion.

depends what side of yourself you really truly want to exhibit.

It is for me sometimes but I do try my best

Wonderful post.

I try to be kind and always honest.
I won't sugarcoat anything though, yet still try to be kind about it.

{@breezybree] you can be cruel to be kind to put someone on the right road with tact

You can't do it right for everyone.

No, diplomacy is not that difficult if one considers how he or she would want to be given the information.

I don’t think there’s a kind way of saying “You’re sleazy and make me want to throw up” unless I pour sugar on it.