Nobel laureate Andre Gide championed living authentically, even facing criticism. His philosophy stresses self-acceptance over seeking approval through pretense. True value lies in embracing one's true self, fostering inner peace and genuine connections. This requires courage, but ultimately leads to self-respect and confidence, making honesty paramount.source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/books/features/quote-of-the-day-by-andre-gide-it-is-better-to-be-hated-for-what-you-are-than-to-be-loved-for-what-/articleshow/131014103.cms