Definition of "open-heartedly" [open-heartedly]

• In an open-hearted manner; generously; frankly.

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

• "With Penelope, storytelling and character were paramount; I wanted to tell this woman's story naturally and open-heartedly, in whatever voice made the most sense for her."
• "But I didn't follow that advice, and here's what I've learned instead: When you speak open-heartedly, when you are authentic about your own experience, when you are honest about what went wrong, a lot of people will like you and want to work with you, even more than if you pretend to be floating sublimely above the messiness of your life."
• "Discussion after we left the meeting was positive; we made a good impression and my eagerness to "lend a hand" and be part of the team of professionals in Bulgaria was received open-heartedly."