@zachpogrob
Obsession beats discipline - go all-in on your craft until you either die or get reborn.
Back to Beliefs
Never lie, even to save feelings or gain advantage
Evidence
Life is much simpler when you never lie. Trust compounds. The complexity of maintaining false narratives drains energy. Truth eventually emerges anyway.
Implication
Default to honesty in all situations. The short-term cost of truth is always lower than the long-term cost of lies. Build a reputation for uncomfortable honesty.
Counter Belief
Some situations require diplomacy. Brutal honesty can cause unnecessary harm. Social lubrication has value. Timing and context matter for how truth is delivered.
Example Application
Tell collaborators direct truth about problems rather than sugar-coating. The trust built through honesty exceeds the temporary comfort of pleasant lies.