Friend Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
“Friends: People who know you well, but like you anyway. The cruelest lies are often told in silence.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Friendship, 1885
True friends accept you despite flaws; silence can conceal painful truths.
In simple terms: Friends love you despite flaws; silence hides lies.
Value honest, accepting friendships.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- conflict resolution
- counseling
- writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should silence be broken?
- How do you balance acceptance and honesty?
May overlook the need for confronting issues.