What is a secret? It is much more than knowledge shared with only a few, or perhaps only one another. It is power. It is a bond. It is a sign of deep trust, or the darkest threat possible.. Be very chary of revealing your hoarded secrets. Many lose all power once they have been divulged. Be even more careful of sharing your secrets lest you find yourself a puppet dancing on someone else's strings. . Robin Hobb
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"Secrets" are the greatest power of all. It is not something to be used or revealed lightly because it can be very harmful. A secret is an old tale, a childhood memory, a reflection of your inner desires, or even a piece of your soul. It is always something you keep to yourself.

But secrets are sometimes the worst thing you could share with another person. The person you are sharing them with may have the power to destroy them, or to take advantage of your trust in them. So why tell your secrets? That question haunts us, day after day.

Source: Fools Quest

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