The Best Policy...

I got to thinking about honesty today...I know that we all say we want those who are close to us to be honest. But my question is, do we really want honesty? While it is generally a positive thing to be honest and share how we feel, as opposed to locking the truth up inside our minds only to hold the thought hostage until some inopportune time, when it will come out--whether to the person it is directed towards to someone else (which can often be more hurtful.)

My question is, do we want to be on the receiving end of honesty? Can we handle it when others tell us how they truly feel? Or would we prefer to live in the "ignorance is bliss" that can so often be much more peaceful and safe feeling? What are your thoughts on honesty...and how important is it to you in a relationship?