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What does it mean?
Some marry based on first impressions so later truths have no place.
In plain terms
People decide too fast; lies come first and block truth.
What can you take from it?
Relying only on first impressions blocks later truth.

Where it applies

  • forming opinions
  • making commitments
  • first dates

Putting it to work

  • gather more data
  • avoid snap decisions
  • reassess

Questions to consider

  • What do you assume too soon?
  • How do you test truths?

Another view

Sometimes quick trust is necessary in relationships.

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