"It is a trick among the dishonest to offer sacrifices that are not needed, or not possible, to avoid making those that are required"

This quote by Ivan Goncharov is a warning versus deceit. It recommends that some people might try to stay clear of making required sacrifices by offering up sacrifices that are either not required or not possible. This is an unethical tactic, as it does not resolve the real concern and does not cause a resolution. It is a way of avoiding responsibility as well as avoiding making the essential changes. The quote is a reminder that we ought to not be attracted to take the simple way out and also ought to instead be honest and take obligation for our activities. We need to not be afraid to make the needed sacrifices in order to accomplish our objectives.