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What does it mean?
Women are often more aware of evil and distrust other women, while trusting men too easily.
In plain terms
Women distrust each other but trust innocent men who cannot protect themselves.
What can you take from it?
Be cautious of misplaced trust in relationships.

Where it applies

  • interpersonal relationships
  • social dynamics
  • judgment

Putting it to work

  • evaluate trust carefully
  • assess vulnerability

Questions to consider

  • Who do you trust?
  • Why do we distrust?

Another view

It relies on broad generalizations about gender.

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