The naked truth is always better than the best dressed lie.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Honesty is superior to deception, even if the truth is uncomfortable.
- In plain terms
- Truth is better than a lie, no matter how nice the lie sounds.
- What can you take from it?
- Choose honesty over deception in your communication.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is honesty always the best policy?
- When might a lie be kinder?
Another view
Sometimes white lies are used to protect feelings.
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