Episode 003: Is Honesty the Best Policy?

James E. Faust said: "Honesty is more than not lying. It is truth telling, truth speaking, truth living, and truth loving." But is seems these days the world has a tenuous relationship with the truth. Fake news, click bait, social media gloss, and emails from Nigerian princes all lead us to wonder where the truth hides. Individual and interpersonal honesty breed respect and trust. Being honest with oneself opens up new possibilities for growth. But is honesty always the best policy? Is there a time and place for white lies? How can we trust ourselves or others if we cannot count on their word? Can individual perspectives lead to multiple viable versions of the truth? This is The MindsparK.

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