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“There's as much crookedness as you want to find. There was something Abraham Lincoln said - he'd rather trust and be disappointed than distrust and be miserable all the time. Maybe I trusted too much.” quote by John Wooden
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“There's as much crookedness as you want to find. There was something Abraham Lincoln said - he'd rather trust and be disappointed than distrust and be miserable all the time. Maybe I trusted too much.”

John Wooden

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

People often prefer to see flaws; trusting can lead to disappointment but also growth.

In simple terms: Trust can cause pain but also honesty.

Key Takeaway

Balance trust with discernment.

Themes

trust disappointment perception

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • friendships
  • team dynamics
  • leadership decisions
  • customer relations

Key Concepts

human nature psychology relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you trusted too much and learned?
  • How can you trust while protecting yourself?
A Different Perspective

Blind trust may expose you to betrayal; cautious trust protects but limits connection.

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