Black-ops Quote by Kenneth Eade
““The denials, if they need be given, could better be given with sincerity, and they could only be feigned if you didn’t know them at all.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Deception by Kenneth Eade, 2015
Denial should be sincere; feigned denial reveals ignorance of the truth.
In simple terms: Be honest when denying.
Speak truthfully in refusals.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- negotiations
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you denied something insincerely?
- What are the risks of feigned denial?
Sincerity may be hard when stakes are high.