You present a false dichotomy. It's possible to correct without belittling. The truth and tact are not alternatives, they can co-exist with no problems. You do

You present a false dichotomy. It's possible to correct without belittling. The truth and tact are not alternatives, they can co-exist with no problems. You don't have to pick the truth or "the ego of some lesser being", they can be fine together with no problem at all. "Conflict" and the assessment of alternative views is entirely possible without one party giving another a kicking. And "some lesser being"? For the love of God get over yourself.