“It is better to suffer wrong than to do it, and happier to be sometimes cheated than not to trust.”
— Samuel Johnson
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Doing the right thing is more important than doing something wrong, even if it means you might suffer or feel hurt. Imagine you lend money to a friend. They might not pay you back, and you could feel upset. But it’s better to take the risk and trust them instead of never helping anyone. If you decide never to trust anyone, you’ll miss out on good relationships and a sense of connection. Trusting others can lead to disappointment sometimes, but it also allows you to build stronger, meaningful bonds. It's about choosing kindness and faith over suspicion and anger, which leads to a happier life overall.
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