Tell no man anything, for no man listens Yet hold thy lips ready to speak.

About This Quote

There is a saying that there’s a time and a place for everything. However, generally speaking, if you’re going to tell somebody something important, it’s best to be absolutely sure they want to know. That is the lesson of this quote; when you make a decision to share something with someone else, you should be ready to keep your mouth shut. You never know who might be listening.

This advice is especially important in the world of online communication. If you’re going to chat with someone on social media, consider whether they might see your message before you hit “send.”

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