Liars when they speak the truth are not believed.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Liars lose credibility even when telling the truth.
- In plain terms
- If you lie often, people won't believe you even when honest.
- What can you take from it?
- Maintain honesty to preserve trust with others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How is trust built or broken?
- What happens when trust is lost?
Another view
Some people may still believe liars due to bias.
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