White lies

For a little smile,

a spark of pride,

a fleeting moment of happiness,

a calm evening without storms—

sometimes, a white lie can do

what the blunt truth never could.

It’s not about deception;

it’s about intention.

We choose love over ruthless honesty,

knowing that gentleness can carry

more weight than facts alone.

So, what is kindness with respect to lying?

It is the art of softening reality,

of wrapping truth in warmth,

so it doesn’t bruise the heart.

Because sometimes, being kind

means speaking not the whole truth,

but the part that heals.