Imagine having a friend who prides herself on being ‘brutally honest’ and never apologizes for her words, claiming that if anyone has a problem with what she says, it’s their issue, not hers. Now, imagine that friend is terminally ill. Would you let her harsh words slide, or would you stand up for yourself? This is the predicament our protagonist, an online artist, found himself in. Let’s dive into this emotional roller coaster.
Meet the Cast: Robert, Apple, and the Artist

The Brutally Honest Apple

The Artist’s Dilemma

The Final Straw

Confrontation Time!

Apple’s Reaction

The Aftermath

The Resolution?

Apologies and Acceptance

Moving Forward ️

A Tale of Brutal Honesty, Art, and Terminal Illness: The Resolution
After a whirlwind of emotions, our artist protagonist finally reached a resolution with Apple, the brutally honest friend. Apple admitted her rudeness stemmed from jealousy and fear of being replaced. She apologized, and the artist accepted, also apologizing for his own harsh words. The group shared their feelings, and they all comforted each other. The artist agreed to work on being more assertive, acknowledging his ‘doormat personality’. Now, they’re all on good terms, proving that even in the most turbulent times, understanding and empathy can heal wounds. ➡️
Terminal illness doesn’t excuse bad behavior. NTA. She got called out.

NTA. Honesty doesn’t excuse treating people like crap.

NTA. Hypocritical woman dishes out “brutal honesty” but can’t handle honesty in return.

Is Apple really terminally ill or just seeking attention?

Block button? Guilty conscience? Unspoken language? NTA wins this round!

Being terminally ill doesn’t excuse being mean. Be remembered positively!

NTA. Blame, disrespect, and being rude af – not brutal honesty.

“Nope, you’re not.” The battle of brutal honesty and terminal illness.

Apple’s shocking defense: Terminal illness as a get-out-of-jail card ⚖️
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Bullying is never okay, and her rude response was uncalled for.

Throwing shade with brutal honesty, NTA. ️

NTA, but could have handled it better. Shutting down hurtful comments.

Blunt honesty: Dying doesn’t excuse being an asshat

Brutal honesty saves the day! NTA for setting boundaries.

“Ex’s mother milks her illness, but can magically go bowling? “

NTA: No excuses for being a jerk, even if you’re dying.

NTA. Illness isn’t an excuse for being cruel. Brutal honesty or just being mean?

NTA. Brutal honesty doesn’t excuse rudeness, even when terminally ill

Doubting her terminal illness, fake online personas, and the truth…

“Brutally honest” people only speak up when it’s mean or hurtful

Brutal honesty doesn’t excuse being a dick, even if terminally ill

Heartfelt update brings tears and love for genuine apologies

Is brutal honesty a sign of mental illness?

Brutally honest or compassionate? NTA explains their stance

Standing up to an a**hole with a terminal illness.

When brutally honest people can’t handle the truth NTA

Brutal honesty sparks controversy, but who’s really the a**hole?

Her actions caused panic attacks, made OP’s life worse. NTA.

Brutal honesty: fair game or crossing the line?

NTA. Standing up to a bully without crossing the line
