When are we being honest, and when are we dumping, venting or blaming others? Can we always tell the difference? Let’s ask Dr. Brad Blanton, whose book Radical Honesty was a national bestseller and who has authored 7 more books on the theme. What is radical honesty? How is it different from dumping? How can it change our lives and our world? Therapy, 12-step recovery and lots of self-help programs emphasize honesty, disclosure and, as Brad puts it, finishing unfinished business. Yet many of us still stuff our feelings, pretend, feel resentful, cover up for ourselves or others, or get defensive
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