7 Shockingly Common Phrases That Reveal Arrogance—Are You Guilty of Using Them?
This simple shift invites collaboration rather than shutting it down.
2. “I’m just brutally honest.”
One of the most common excuses I hear from those who come off as arrogant is, “I’m just brutally honest.”
They believe they have a free pass to say whatever’s on their mind, no matter how harsh it might be.
And while honesty can be a wonderful trait, tacking on “brutally” suggests a disregard for how words may affect others.
In my work, I’ve noticed that people who cling to this phrase often struggle with empathy.
