Why go for the subtle approach when all out honesty is better?

Subtle: fine or delicate in meaning or intent; difficult to perceive or understand: subtle irony.
( http://www.dictionary.com )

There seems to be move or tactic in society to mask an issue. It then tends toward ‘dancing’ around an issue or holding back the truth. Often times it is left up to a leader, manager or facilitator or even a friend or loved one to guess if someone either has an issue or if they are under personal stress or pressure.

I get somewhat confused with this approach. Are we so selfish as to suppose that everyone around us should ‘just know’ when life is not going your way?

Just speak up, tell the truth , state your case  – which ever one applies to your situation.

Jesus himself said the truth will set you free. This is such a practical truth. Imagine when we are offended , taking hold of truth and settling the offence with the ‘offender’ before letting it spin into a major issue that lands up affecting others. Imagine speaking out when something does not sit well with you, imagine saying what is REALLY on your mind. What YOU say may just bring , relief, release and learning in other peoples lives.

We must never confuse being subtle with being tactful. You can tell the truth and still speak respectfully to someone and preserve their dignity. Subtle does definitely NOT do that. Subtle presumes someone to be a fool.

Truth may seem tough but in the end ALWAYS works out for the best. Taking a subtle approach would mostly draw something out longer that it needs to be. Subtle is withholding the truth (lie), subtle is undercover, subtle is sick!

Tell the truth, quickly, respectfully and with  care!

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