Quote by Samuel Johnson

To keep your secret is wisdom, but to expect others to keep it is folly.

To keep your secret is wisdom, but to expect others to keep

Summary

This quote suggests that it is wise to keep our own secrets and not share them with others. It is important to guard our personal information and experiences. However, expecting others to keep our secrets can be foolish as people may inadvertently or intentionally betray our trust. Ultimately, this quote emphasizes the importance of discretion and self-reliance when it comes to preserving the confidentiality of our own secrets.

By Samuel Johnson

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