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Death Quote by Jarod Kintz

“His name was Tom Tombstone, and if he had a middle name it was probably Death. But I didn’t call him Tom, or even Mr. Tombstone, because he introduced himself as Robert Winston. And I wondered how this stranger could shake my hand, look me in the eye, smile, and expect me to believe such a…” quote by Jarod Kintz
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““His name was Tom Tombstone, and if he had a middle name it was probably Death. But I didn’t call him Tom, or even Mr. Tombstone, because he introduced himself as Robert Winston. And I wondered how this stranger could shake my hand, look me in the eye, smile, and expect me to believe such a bold-faced lie?””

Jarod Kintz

About This Quote

A person can present a false identity so convincingly that others are compelled to accept it without question.

In simple terms: People can lie convincingly and be trusted.

Key Takeaway

Question appearances and verify identities.

Themes

trust deception identity social interaction

Mood

suspicious curious

Type

cautionary observational

When to use this quote

  • meeting new people
  • online dating
  • business negotiations
  • security checks

Key Concepts

psychology authenticity credibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you decide when to trust someone?
  • What signs reveal a fabricated identity?
A Different Perspective

Even with obvious cues, people often accept lies to avoid conflict.

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