Frankness: A Lesson from a Pregnancy Announcement

Dear friends, today I’d like to share a story from my past, a story that taught me the importance of frankness. This tale revolves around a pregnancy announcement, a moment that should be filled with joy and anticipation. But as you’ll soon discover, it also became a lesson in honesty and communication.

The Unexpected News

Many moons ago, when I was a young man, my wife and I were expecting our first child. We were over the moon with excitement and couldn’t wait to share the news with our family and friends. However, we also knew that not everyone would react the same way.

My wife’s younger sister, let’s call her Sarah, had been trying to conceive for years without success. We were worried about how she would take the news, fearing it might deepen her pain. We considered keeping the news to ourselves for a while, but then we remembered a lesson my father had taught me: “Honesty is the cornerstone of all success.”

The Power of Frankness

So, we decided to tell Sarah. We invited her over for dinner, cooked her favorite meal, and broke the news. We were honest about our fears, about how we didn’t want to hurt her. We shared our joy but also acknowledged her pain.

And you know what? Sarah surprised us. Yes, there were tears, but they were not just of pain. They were also of joy. She was happy for us. She thanked us for our honesty and for considering her feelings. It was a moment of raw emotion, a moment of truth, a moment of frankness.

Lessons Learned

That day, I learned that frankness is not just about telling the truth. It’s about being open, being vulnerable, and acknowledging the feelings of others. It’s about creating a space where people can express their emotions without fear of judgment.

So, my dear friends, I encourage you to embrace frankness in your lives. It may not always be easy, but it will always be worth it. Remember, honesty is the cornerstone of all success, and frankness is the key to meaningful relationships.

Until next time, keep learning, keep growing, and keep being frank.

Kev