I used to take everything at face value. Because, when I say something, I mean it... so I used to feel that everybody else meant what they said. But of course that wasn't true. And life isn't that sweet and simple.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker realizes people do not always mean what they say.
- In plain terms
- She learned that words are not always honest.
- What can you take from it?
- Take words with a grain of salt.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do people lie?
- How do we build trust?
Another view
Most people do intend to be honest.
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