One may smile, and smile, and be a villain.
– William Shakespeare, Hamlet
Whether you admit it or not, you hide behind a mask. It could either be to protect yourself or someone you care for. You may not lie but you may also not say the entire truth. Hiding facts from people or disguising your motive is the same as lying and being conceited.
Though this is very common, the problem here is that the people you interact with would see it as a form of deception – which is true. They would think that you’re just talking to them because there’s something in it for you.
Thus, the importance of SINCERITY.
Personally, I think that this is the most important behavior. Yes, it shows that you’re honest with yourself and with others. But more importantly, it shows that you are opening yourself up to me – that you’re making yourself vulnerable.
Especially in this world that’s filled with egotistical people where every man fights for himself, showing your sincerity really means a lot. Sometimes, you just need a doze of that to remind you that humans are naturally good. We may hurt people but in the end, a small hint of “goodness” will turn it upside down.
You have to admit that when you’re down and troubled, a simple gesture of saying, “How are you doing?” by someone (even by a complete stranger) feels good. It uplifts your spirits. We are not living in this world against each other but with each other. Learn to live with others and it starts from being sincere.
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