I'm not even a full blown adult so I see I have a lot to learn. But I do agree that our experiences and situations make us. Just like T.D Jakes said in his book how who you are stems from the knowledge of things around you. And being honest can be hard too. Not just with oneself but with their loved ones.
The truth is always never... sweet! I mean, who wants to be told that they are not trying enough? But the fact is, most times, it is our conscience that tells the whole truth about who we are not other people and soon, our actions fall in line with what we really are.