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What does it mean?
Generosity and truthfulness protect the world from harm despite mistakes.
In plain terms
Be kind and true even when you err.
What can you take from it?
Integrity outweighs errors.

Where it applies

  • leadership
  • personal growth
  • conflict

Putting it to work

  • stay true
  • admit mistakes
  • lead with care

Questions to consider

  • How to lead after mistakes?
  • What matters most?

Another view

It may underestimate systemic harm caused by errors.

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