Innocence is always unsuspicious.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Innocent people tend not to suspect others of hidden motives or deception.
- In plain terms
- People who are innocent usually do not expect others to be guilty.
- What can you take from it?
- Do not assume malice where there is none.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When should I suspect others?
- How does my own innocence shape my view?
Another view
Sometimes innocence can lead to vulnerability against deception.
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