Quote by George Bernard Shaw

If you can't get rid of the skeleton in your closet, you'd best teach it to dance.

If you can't get rid of the skeleton in your closet, you'd b

Summary

This quote suggests that instead of trying to hide or forget about a shameful or embarrassing past, it is better to find a way to embrace and accept it. Rather than allowing the skeletons in our closets to haunt us, we should learn to own them and find a way to bring positivity and joy into our lives despite our past mistakes or secrets. It is a reminder to find the strength to face our past, learn from it, and use it as an opportunity for growth and resilience.

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