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Act Quote by Lewis B. Smedes

“What is a disloyal act? A person is disloyal if he treats you as a stranger when, in fact, he belongs to you as a friend or partner. Each of us is bound to some special others by the invisible fibers of loyalty.” quote by Lewis B. Smedes
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“What is a disloyal act? A person is disloyal if he treats you as a stranger when, in fact, he belongs to you as a friend or partner. Each of us is bound to some special others by the invisible fibers of loyalty.”

Lewis B. Smedes

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of Living by Lewis B. Smedes, 1990

Loyalty binds people; betrayal feels like being treated as a stranger by someone close.

In simple terms: Treating a close person like a stranger shows disloyalty.

Key Takeaway

Guard relationships by honoring trust.

Themes

trust relationships betrayal loyalty

Mood

sad reflective

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • friendship
  • family dynamics
  • workplace teams

Key Concepts

social bonds emotional intimacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize subtle disloyalty?
  • What actions rebuild broken trust?
A Different Perspective

Loyalty can be tested by circumstances, not just intent.

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