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“Be suspicious of your sincerity when you are the advocate of that upon which your livelihood depends.” quote by John Lancaster Spalding
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“Be suspicious of your sincerity when you are the advocate of that upon which your livelihood depends.”

John Lancaster Spalding

About This Quote

Source Book: The Life of a Pastor by John Lancaster Spalding, 1905

When you defend something that funds you, question your own honesty and bias.

In simple terms: Beware bias when defending your own income source.

Key Takeaway

Check motives before advocating.

Themes

integrity self‑interest critical thinking

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • business negotiations
  • political lobbying
  • personal finance decisions
  • career choices

Key Concepts

conflict of interest ethical awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure honesty when your livelihood is at stake?
  • What safeguards can prevent bias in advocacy?
A Different Perspective

Self‑interest can blind judgment, making true sincerity hard to achieve.

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