The truth can set you free, but when it comes, it's more like a wrecking-ball than a holy beam of illumination.
The truth only comes if you are willing to face some very unpleasant things about yourself.
Painful truth is better than a pleasant lie.
If your situation seems impossible, at least look it straight in the eye.
The tides of change have great purpose in our lives.
The bigger the mistake, the bigger the opportunity.
Big mistakes are an outstanding opportunity to showcase your ability to recover and have grace under pressure.
Most mistakes that seem huge in the heat of the moment are quickly forgotten.
When you keep explaining and rehashing you just keep your mistake alive. Learn your lesson and adjust your behavior and move forward.
Do not wallow in your mistakes. Do not grovel and prostrate yourself in hopes of forgiveness. We all make mistakes. Apologize and move forward. Do not replay the event in your head. Do not continue to beat yourself up. Do not profusely explain, defend yourself, make excuses or blame. After you apologize, do no more explaining; never explain more than once — ever.
