I believe in the saying ‘Honesty is the best policy’ and try to follow it as much as I can. However, there are times when circumstances do not allow me to be completely forthright and upfront. I faced such a situation last year with my best friend, Alicia who lives in London currently. We went to school together and lived on the same street when we were kids. We planned to pursue higher education in London together but woefully, I was not able to go. I applied for an education loan which did not get approved, and I felt dejected to inform her that I could not tag along with her. I told her I had to stay back to attend some family business and that I would enrol for the next semester. Anyway, I finally resolved to tell her the truth a month later and explained it to her in a way that she would not get upset.
While she was dismayed that I hid something of paramount importance from her, she was still understanding and assured me of a better future. She further advised me about various work opportunities in London which I could get as I have about four years of experience working in an IT firm so that my dream of living in London could come true.
I never lied to her before, but it was essential to hide this truth so that she would not change her decisions because of me. I felt guilty about hiding the truth, so I came clean about it because I respect her and trust more than anyone. I think it's important to be honest in all kinds of relationships to be able to grow stronger together.
Vocabulary:
- Circumstances – conditions, situations
- Forthright – outspoken
- Woefully – unfortunately
- Dejected – dispirited
- Dismay – distress caused by something unexpected