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It is important to our friends to believe that we are unreservedly frank with them, and important to friendship that we
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"It is important to our friends to believe that we are unreservedly frank with them, and important to friendship that we are not"

- Mignon McLaughlin

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This quote by Mignon McLaughlin talks to the delicate balance of friendship. It is essential to our friends to believe that we are sincere and open with them, and that we are not hiding anything from them. This constructs trust and strengthens the bond of friendship. However, it is also essential to relationship that we are not totally unreservedly frank with our friends. There are particular things that we might not want to show our friends, and it is essential to regard that border. We ought to be honest with our good friends, but likewise mindful of their feelings and appreciate their personal privacy. It is a delicate balance, however one that is vital to keeping a strong and healthy friendship.

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Mignon McLaughlin This quote is written / told by Mignon McLaughlin between June 6, 1913 and December 20, 1983. She was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 40 other quotes.

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