In this episode of "A Feminist in Progress," I talk about the importance of honesty in relationships, drawing from the third chapter of "All About Love: New Visions" by bell hooks. I discuss how, in childhood, we learn to lie to avoid punishment or to avoid hurting those in authority. More importantly, I talk about how common it is for grown-ups to lie, and how this further perpetuates the cycle of dishonesty. I also examine the role of patriarchy in teaching men to lie and be dishonest about their feelings. Through the words of bell hooks and other scholars, I explore how men can challenge patriarchal masculinity by repudiating the will to dominate and how women can challenge patriarchal femininity. In the end, I emphasize the importance of truth-telling in relationships and how it is a necessary component of nurturing our own and another's spiritual growth. Tune in to this episode of "A Feminist in Progress" to learn more about the power of honesty and truth in relationships.

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