It is more from carelessness about truth than from intentional lying, that there is so much falsehood in the world.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Most falsehoods arise from carelessness rather than deliberate lying.
- In plain terms
- People often spread lies by being careless.
- What can you take from it?
- Check facts before speaking.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you guard against careless falsehoods?
- What habits improve truthfulness?
Another view
Even careful people can unintentionally spread misinformation.
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