Affair Quote by Helen Fielding
““Why, when people are leaving their partners because they're having an affair with someone else, do they think it will seem better to pretend there is no one else involved? Do they think it will be less hurtful for their partners to think they just walked out because they couldn't stand them any more and then had the good fortune to meet some tall Omar Sharif-figure with a gentleman's handbag two weeks afterwards while the ex-partner is spending his evenings bursting into tears at the sight of the toothbrush mug? It's like those people who invent a lie as an excuse rather than the truth, even when the truth is better than the lie.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Bridget Jones's Diary, 1996
People often choose deceptive explanations over painful truths, hoping to lessen immediate emotional harm.
In simple terms: Lies seem easier than truth.
Key Takeaway
Consider honesty over convenient lies.
Themes
relationships
deception
emotional honesty
Mood
empathetic
cautious
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- friendship
- romantic relationships
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
lie avoidance
psychological coping
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- When is honesty more painful than a lie?
- How can we foster truthful communication?
A Different Perspective
Deception can damage trust and prolong pain.
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