Sometimes people aren't what they seem I know that... No you don't... Because you are exactly what you seem, and so you always assume that other people are, too
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People assume others are as transparent as themselves.
- In plain terms
- We think others are as simple as we think we are.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize others may hide things you do not.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How transparent do you think you are?
Another view
It simplifies complex human psychology.
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