It is not always a good idea to be completely honest

“What`s better - a lie or the truth?” For many truth is the only choice. Yet, I think
that a white lie wouldn`t hurt sometimes and it could be the better option at
particular moments in life.

To start with, small lies in our everyday life can be used as an encouragement for
our close ones to achieve their goals and follow their dreams. If someone wants to
succeed, we could motivate them by exaggerating their abilities a little which might
inspire them. Teachers in kinder gardens use it to build kids` confidence.

Besides, white lies often protect people from getting hurt unnecessarily. For
instance, if we are asked about our opinion on something insignificant, there is no
point in telling the painful truth if this thing is making the person happy such as
hair color, personal style and music taste. People are much more important than
their appearance and interests.

All in all, I believe that there are some moments in which the best you can do is lie.
However, it is important to restrict ourselves not to overuse or misuse lies. They
could be really helpful only if we use them judiciously.

Dimana Ivanova, Xг, №12