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“A man ought never to trust another man’s evaluation of a third man’s disposition.” quote by Eleanor Catton
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““A man ought never to trust another man’s evaluation of a third man’s disposition.””

Eleanor Catton

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Luminaries”, 2013

Trusting third‑party judgments about others is unreliable; personal assessment is essential.

In simple terms: Third‑party judgments are risky.

Key Takeaway

Rely on your own observations.

Themes

trust perception relationships

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • team hiring
  • conflict resolution
  • leadership decisions

Key Concepts

bias evaluation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you verify others’ opinions?
  • When should you trust a third party?
A Different Perspective

Biases can distort judgment.

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