Is it always good to tell the truth? In my opinion, honesty isn't always the best policy in relationships. There are some scenarios when fibbing might be the best choice. If there’s nothing a person can do to improve or make a change in that moment, you might not want to upset him or her by telling your honest opinion. For instance, a friend asks you about the new haircut or the new tattoo he made. Even if it seems to you that long hair suited him better or the tattoo looks a bit old-fashioned, think about whether your words will change a situation. Lying in this sense is more benefiting to your friend because there’s really nothing he or she can do in the moment. Unlike when sharing feedback, honesty is important. However, brutal honesty isn’t always the most effective way to get your message across. For example, instead of telling an employee that he or she is performing terribly, say something like, “I’m not happy about how you’ve been performing lately but I believe that you could do better if you asked some help from the others.” Instead of saying that you just don't like something, try to add some explanation to your point and make your criticism more constructive. I remember that my parents always told me that telling the truth is a good thing. But sometimes I think that instead of teaching us to tell the truth, it would be better if we were taught when and how to lie.