Preserving self-respect and offering trust rather than suspicion aids those recovering from faults.
Draft interpretation · MH 167.3
Original passage
When one at fault becomes conscious of his error, be careful not to destroy his self-respect. Do not discourage him by indifference or distrust. Do not say, “Before giving him my confidence, I will wait to see whether he will hold out.” Often this very distrust causes the tempted one to stumble.
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