Quote by Rashida Jones

I don't think that there's been one example in history where somebody has openly talked about their personal life and it's done them any good.

I don't think that there's been one example in history where

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This quote is emphasizing the belief that openly discussing one's personal life rarely leads to positive outcomes. The speaker implies that throughout history, individuals who have shared intimate details about their personal lives have not reaped any benefits from doing so. The quote suggests caution and suggests that maintaining privacy can be advantageous in avoiding potential negative consequences.

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