I tend to analyze or offer prompts for thinking. I'm really not interested in others emotionally, but I've known that for a long time. There's no recovering to be done from that, but the fact that I'm no longer depressed and have only minor struggles with my self-esteem show in my willingness to speak my mind.

I don't worry about whether or not I come across as blunt, because in life someone can either accept that they'll inevitably step on a few toes here and there or choose the path of forgoing authenticity, truth, and integrity in the name of harmony. They can take the easy, conflict-free path and try to make themselves as small and inoffensive as possible at all times, or they can stand up and speak when they believe something needs to be said. They can choose their company based on who's naturally suited to them or can see beyond first impressions, or they can pander to those who simply don't like their natural personality and style of speaking.

Short of mocking someone's religion or loss, the feelings and insecurities of other adults aren't my responsibility. Human beings are entitled to disagree, not get along, and make mistakes, with the natural results of those things being displeasure and dislike.

Short of making me a terrible, unlovable person without anyone in my life, it's actually won me new friendships and helped to breathe life back into the old ones that were atrophying because I censored myself in the name of being a warmer, more sensitive person. I'm among better company and have a more honest, productive relationship with those around me.