People Quote by F. H. Bradley
“Few people would not be the worse for complete sincerity.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Essays on Metaphysics, 1903
Sincere people inevitably suffer negative consequences from their honesty.
In simple terms: Honesty can cause harm.
Balance truth with tact.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
- leadership decisions
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you soften truth?
- What are the costs of excessive candor?
Complete bluntness may damage trust.