Have you known someone who decided to become brutally honest? If so, did you support them or try to change their minds?

I have known three or four people over the years who have made the conscious decision to become brutally honest. In my experience and view this is never a good thing. All it does is anger and alienate people.

I know that keeping your mouth closed over certain issues is sometimes hard. But, most of the time, it is the best decision. Few people want their faults pointed out. Nor do they want people telling them what to do or what not to do.

What would you tell someone who has made this decision?

FWIW I have always counselled these people to moderate their opinions but they are usually too empowered by this choice. One individual in particular became known as the “mean lady” around town.