Dangerous Quote by Michael Ondaatje
“Truth, at the wrong time, can be dangerous.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The English Patient, 1992
Revealing truth at an inopportune moment can cause harm or danger
In simple terms: Wrong timing makes truth dangerous
Key Takeaway
Choose timing wisely before speaking
Themes
truth
timing
danger
Mood
cautious
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- political negotiations
- personal disclosures
- media releases
Key Concepts
ethics
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it ethical to delay truth?
- How to assess risk of truth exposure?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes truth must be withheld for safety
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