First appearance deceives many.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Many people are misled by initial appearances.
- In plain terms
- Don't trust first impressions.
- What can you take from it?
- Look beyond first impressions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you judge people?
- When have you been fooled?
Another view
Some first impressions are accurate.
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