Facts vs. Truth

One is objective. The other is personal.

Nice vs. Kind

One avoids pain. The other risks it to help.

Being Right vs. Being Successful

Being right wins the argument. Being successful wins the outcome.

Encouragement vs. Flattery

Encouragement is rooted in truth. Flattery is rooted in manipulation.

Intelligence vs. Wisdom

Intelligence knows what to say. Wisdom knows when or whether to say it.

Love vs. Attachment

Love gives freedom. Attachment destroys it.

Honesty vs. Transparency

Honesty tells the truth when asked. Transparency tells it without being asked.

Confidence vs. Arrogance

Confidence is based on self-awareness. Arrogance is based on insecurity.

Vision vs. Control

Vision invites people forward. Control pulls them back.

Being Liked vs. Being Respected

Being liked wins moments. Being respected wins missions.

Agreement vs. Alignment

Agreement is consensus. Alignment is commitment.

Roles vs. Value

Roles define responsibility. Value defines impact.

Invention vs. Innovation

Invention creates something new. Innovation makes it useful.

Art vs. Aesthetic

Aesthetic pleases the eye. Art moves the soul.

Inspiration vs. Discipline

Inspiration gets you started. Discipline keeps you going.