Ifs Quote by C. S. Lewis
“If you simply try to tell the truth you will, nine times out of ten, be original without ever having noticed it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Screwtape Letters, 1942
Truth spoken without pretense often appears fresh, because we rarely notice its simplicity.
In simple terms: Honest speech feels original.
Key Takeaway
Speak plainly and let authenticity shine.
Themes
honesty
originality
self‑awareness
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily conversations
- public speaking
- writing
- teaching
Key Concepts
philosophy
communication
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does honesty affect perception?
- When does simplicity become a disadvantage?
A Different Perspective
May be dismissed as naive or unoriginal in competitive environments.
![“[Eugene Smith] was always writing these diatribes about truth, and how he wanted to tell the truth, the truth, the truth. It was a real rebel position. It was kind of like a teenager's position: why can't things be like they should be? Why can't I do what I want? I latched on to that philosophy…” quote by Larry Clark](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e56/larry-clark-25877_hey_eugene-smith-was-always-writing-these-di_31228.jpg)
