Distrust Quote by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
“Distrust that man who tells you to distrust. He takes the measure of his own small soul, and thinks the world no larger.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Measure of a Man”, 1885
Beware of those who advise distrust; they often have limited perspective and see the world as small.
In simple terms: Distrustful advisors have narrow views.
Key Takeaway
Question the motives of distrustful counsel.
Themes
trust
perspective
wisdom
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- leadership
- decision making
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- Who benefits from sowing distrust?
- How can you broaden your perspective?
A Different Perspective
Advice may be self‑serving, not universally true.
