If people were to tell other people everything about themselves, we’d live in a dull world.

Tom McCarthy
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People are often too concerned about what other people think or know about them. They are afraid that what they say or do will be seen as negative and give away their secrets. However, this is an extremely self-absorbed way to live. As long as you are not hurting anyone else, then the only person you should care about is yourself.

Source: Satin Island

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