“I am not bound to please thee with my answer.”
— Alexander Graham Bell
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Simplified Meaning:
People are not always required to say things just to make others happy. Sometimes, they need to be honest, even if their words are not what the other person wants to hear. For instance, if a friend asks for an opinion on a new outfit, instead of saying it's great just to be nice, it's better to give a truthful answer that helps them. This idea is about valuing truth over simply making others feel good. It reminds us that honesty can be more important than trying to avoid conflict or upset. Using this in daily life means speaking openly, while also being kind, rather than telling small lies to keep everyone happy.
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