--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Disclosing my real thoughts and feelings…" description: "\"“Disclosing my real thoughts and feelings is risky. Disclosing what I really think and feel frees up energy and expands possibilities. Most people can’..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/fdc/susan-scott-15883_handle-the-truth_disclosing-my-real-thoughts-and-feelings_2176936.jpg" --- # Disclosing my real thoughts and feelings is risky… ![“Disclosing my real thoughts and feelings is risky. Disclosing what I really think and feel frees up energy and expands possibilities. Most people can’t handle the truth, so it’s better not to say anything. Though I have trouble handling the truth sometimes, I’ll keep telling it and inviting it…” quote by Susan Scott](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/fdc/susan-scott-15883_handle-the-truth_disclosing-my-real-thoughts-and-feelings_2176936.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/fdc/susan-scott-15883_handle-the-truth_disclosing-my-real-thoughts-and-feelings_2176936.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/fdc/susan-scott-15883_handle-the-truth_disclosing-my-real-thoughts-and-feelings_2176936.jpg) > ““Disclosing my real thoughts and feelings is risky. Disclosing what I really think and feel frees up energy and expands possibilities. Most people can’t handle the truth, so it’s better not to say anything. Though I have trouble handling the truth sometimes, I’ll keep telling it and inviting it from others. It’s important that I convince others that my point of view is correct. Exploring multiple points of view will lead to better decisions. I will gain approval and promotions by exchanging my personal identity for my organization’s identity. My personal identity will be expanded as my colleagues and I exchange diverse points of view. Reality can’t be changed. There’s no point in fighting it. Perhaps we can change reality with thoughtful conversations. As an expert, my job is to dispense advice. My job is to involve people in the problems and strategies affecting them. I’ll keep my mouth shut; this is a job for the experts. My point of view is as valid as anyone else’s. I need to ignore what I’m feeling in my gut; just put my head down and do my job. I know what I know, and what I know, I need to act on. Let’s”” [Susan Scott](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/susan-scott/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Sharing authentic thoughts can be risky but unlocks energy, expands possibilities, and fosters better decisions through diverse perspectives. **In simple terms:** Being honest creates energy and better choices. Key Takeaway Speak truth, invite others' truth. Themes authenticity communication decisionmaking Mood cautious optimistic Type advice reflective When to use this quote - team meetings - leadership coaching - conflict resolution - creative brainstorming Key Concepts psychology organizational behavior Questions to Reflect On - How can you balance honesty with tact? - When should you hold back? 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