All charming people have something to conceal, usually their total dependence on the appreciation of others.Enemies of Promise is Connolly's autobiography where he attempted to explain why he failed to produce the literary masterpiece which he and others believed he should have been capable of writing.

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This quote suggests that charming individuals often hide something, which is usually their need for validation from others. It implies that this need for external approval can prevent them from achieving their full potential. This is similar to the theme explored in Connolly's autobiography, Enemies of Promise, where he reflects on why he failed to create a literary masterpiece despite the expectations of others. It touches on the idea that the desire for approval can be an obstacle to personal growth and creative achievement.

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