Disappointed Quote by Neal A. Maxwell
“It is better to trust and sometimes be disappointed than to be forever mistrusting and be right occasionally.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth by John C. Maxwell, 2012
Trusting others carries risk, but perpetual mistrust limits connection and growth.
In simple terms: Trust involves risk; mistrust is safe but isolating.
Key Takeaway
Choose openness over guardedness.
Themes
trust
risk
relationships
growth
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- teamwork
- friendships
- leadership
- personal development
Key Concepts
psychology
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance trust and self‑protection?
- When is caution more prudent than openness?
A Different Perspective
Blind trust can lead to repeated hurt.
