Sometimes what we need to hear isn’t what we want to hear. In this episode, we hit the streets to ask real people a simple question with a not-so-simple answer: Do you want a partner who’s more honest or more supportive? We break down why “being nice” can turn into enabling, how honesty can be delivered without cruelty, and where listening ends and solution-giving begins.
You’ll hear:
• Women (and men) weigh in on honesty vs. support — and why many still choose honesty
• How “kindness” can accidentally let friends self-destruct
• The difference between brutal honesty and caring honesty
• Practical ways to be both supportive and truthful without sounding superior
• Real stories: advice, accountability, and the moments we grow up
Takeaways: Honesty doesn’t have to be harsh to be helpful. Listen first, validate feelings, then offer solutions that respect the person you love. Support without accountability can keep people stuck; truth, delivered with care, helps them course-correct.
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