This statement suggests that when we refuse to accept the truth about ourselves, our situation, or the world around us, we are setting ourselves up for unhappiness.

There are many reasons why we might avoid the truth. We may be afraid of what we will find. We may be ashamed of our past mistakes or shortcomings. We may be worried about how others will perceive us if we reveal the truth.

However, no matter what our reasons, avoiding the truth will only prolong our misery. In order to heal and grow, we must be willing to face the truth, even if it is painful.