Believing Quote by Gwenda Bond
““Sometimes, if you have faith in people they'll surprise you. Mom and Dad taught me that. Risk is the price of believing most people want to be good.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast, 2021, “Faith in People”
Believing in others can lead to unexpected positive outcomes, but it requires taking a risk.
In simple terms: Trust can bring surprise and reward.
Take a chance on people's goodness.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- team building
- leadership
- community engagement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Who have you doubted but could trust?
- What risks have you taken that paid off?
Risk can backfire if people act selfishly.