A liar sees lies, even when they aren't there. Just as a hypocrite sees hypocrites whenever he runs across good people. Can't stand to think that anyone might really be what you only pretend to be
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People project their own faults onto others.
- In plain terms
- A liar thinks everyone is lying because they cannot imagine honesty.
- What can you take from it?
- Our faults color how we see people.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you see your faults in others?
- Can you imagine a truly good person?
Another view
It assumes everyone projects their own traits.
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