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My thoughts on speaking the truth despite the consequences
Following the allegations that have been imposed on me that I am a witch, I will not

confess to it since I have nothing to do with witchcraft. I choose to hold on to the truth that I am

not a witch despite the threats that they could hang me for not confessing. I have no fear of

execution because I would rather die than retain my life and live it with many regrets as the issue

of witchcraft will completely ruin my reputation in society.

In my communication at the court, I refuse to agree to the allegations for the sake of

keeping other people happy or holding a space for people to moan. I will tell them the truth and,

further, let them understand how much their whining and gossiping about me being a witch

really affects me. The reason behind this is, holding back from telling the truth since the truth is

what I value the most will make them take away my energy. By bowing to their pressure, I will

later find it difficult to relate with people in the society; therefore, I cannot let the fear of

judgment overpower my absolute truth. I believe that expressing my views in a kind and

assertive way can even push the judges to avert their execution decision. People find joining in

with the gossip and negativity is the easiest option. Unlike them, I think that talking about the

one thing that everyone else thinks of me by cutting through their thoughts in a direct but

mindful way will earn me respect.

I believe that I do not necessarily have to perform in life; hence I need to be myself. My

heart can break from regrets and the heaviness that comes from the failure to tell the truth.
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Speaking mindfully and authentically from within my heart is very powerful, and it is the most

useful and valuable tool in my life. Even though the consequence of telling the truth is life-

threatening, so be it because I will rest a happy soul.