They say be careful who you believe, be careful who you trust. Did you smile when you pulled the trigger that dropped me in the dust?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Trust is risky when the trusted person causes harm, as shown by betrayal and violence.
- In plain terms
- Be careful who you trust because some hurt you.
- What can you take from it?
- Trust should be earned because betrayal hurts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who broke your trust?
- What warns you to be careful?
Another view
Not everyone who smiles is dangerous.
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