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What does it mean?
Every lie eventually brings harmful consequences to someone.
In plain terms
Lies always have bad results.
What can you take from it?
Avoid lying.

Where it applies

  • personal interactions
  • public statements

Putting it to work

  • tell the truth
  • consider impact before speaking

Questions to consider

  • Why do people still lie despite risks?
  • Can a lie ever be justified?

Another view

Minor falsehoods may seem harmless in the short term.

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