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To be suspicious is not a fault. To be suspicious all the…

“To be suspicious is not a fault. To be suspicious all the time without coming to a conclusion is the defect.” quote by Lu Xun
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“To be suspicious is not a fault. To be suspicious all the time without coming to a conclusion is the defect.”

Lu Xun

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

Being suspicious isn’t faulty, but perpetual suspicion without conclusion is defective.

In simple terms: Suspicion is okay, but must lead to resolution.

Key Takeaway

Seek conclusions after questioning.

Themes

critical thinking skepticism decision making

Mood

analytical cautious

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • investigations
  • problem solving
  • risk assessment

Key Concepts

philosophical analysis psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does suspicion become harmful?
  • How can you move from doubt to decision?
A Different Perspective

Indecision can stem from over‑suspicion.

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