How easy it is to tell tales!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Spreading rumors or stories is effortless.
- In plain terms
- It is easy to tell stories about others.
- What can you take from it?
- Stop to spread information.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What drives gossip?
- How do you check facts?
Another view
It ignores the value of storytelling.
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