The phrase "honesty is the best policy" has been a common utterance of parents, teachers and other moral guides in society. It points to a tendency and belief system many hope we might adopt and employ in our daily lives. But what is the philosophy behind the saying and what does it actually request of the individual? This week, we welcome Gabe Brison-Trezise to explore some of the morality and practicality behind the saying. Why does the word policy appear here? What values or behaviors might be more fitting than honesty? How do truth and falsehood permeate our lives in more subtle ways?

Further Reading:

The Huffington Post, "Is Honesty Really the Best Policy?"

Inc, "Why Honesty Is Not Always the Best Policy at Work"

The Huffington Post, "Honesty Is Still The Best Policy"