“… If you take something that does not belong to you … 

… you are stealing … “

“And I do not steal.”

Meaning:

… If you accept someone’s false report, lie, misrepresentation of your character, misjudgment of your intentions, misinterpretation of your actions, distortion of your character, intentions, or actions … 

… If you take or accept that false statement of theirs … 

… Then, you are doing the equivalent of stealing, because that ‘lie or falsehood’ does not belong to you … 

… Do not take or accept it …

… On The Other Hand …

… If you are not AND have never been honest with yourself … 

… If you are a very self-defensive person, because you cannot accept the truth about yourself … 

… Even if it hurts …

… And make the necessary changes to your character, in order to become a better person …

… Then, you are also Stealing …