A truth that's told with bad intent Beats all the lies you can invent.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A truth delivered maliciously outweighs even the most creative falsehoods.
- In plain terms
- Malicious truth is worse than lies.
- What can you take from it?
- Intent matters more than facts.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is truth always good regardless of intent?
Another view
It overlooks situations where harsh truth is necessary.
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