"We confess our little faults to persuade people that we have no large ones"

This quote by Francois de La Rochefoucauld speaks to the human tendency to present ourselves in the best possible light. By admitting to little faults, we are trying to convince others that we are not guilty of any significant misbehaviors. We are attempting to create an image of ourselves that is more beneficial than reality. This quote recommends that we are frequently more worried with how we are perceived than with being truthful. We want to sacrifice our integrity in order to appear more desirable to others. This quote acts as a pointer to be conscious of our actions and to strive for authenticity instead of attempting to develop a misconception. We should aim to be truthful and open about our faults, both large and small, in order to maintain our integrity.