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“That's one of the things I find really bad, is when people not only do injuries to others, but then lie about the others to justify it. It's not bad enough just being bad to someone, but then lying about it.” quote by Whit Stillman
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“That's one of the things I find really bad, is when people not only do injuries to others, but then lie about the others to justify it. It's not bad enough just being bad to someone, but then lying about it.”

Whit Stillman

About This Quote

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

Deception compounds harm; lying about hurting others deepens the damage and erodes trust.

In simple terms: Lying worsens the harm done.

Key Takeaway

Avoid lying; own up to wrongdoing.

Themes

ethics trust accountability

Mood

guilt reflective

Type

ethical reflective

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • workplace conflicts
  • legal testimony
  • online harassment

Key Concepts

moral psychology social dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does lying about harm affect your relationships?
  • What motivates people to justify wrongdoing?
A Different Perspective

Lying may be rationalized as self‑preservation, but it undermines credibility.

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