Quote by George Bernard Shaw, Mrs. Warren

There are no secrets better kept than the secrets that everybody guesses.

There are no secrets better kept than the secrets that every

Summary

This quote suggests that secrets that are openly guessed or assumed by others are the most effectively kept secrets. When individuals try to hide their secrets, they often feel anxious and may inadvertently give away clues. However, when others believe they have already guessed the secret, they let their guard down, assuming their assumptions are correct. As a result, the actual secret remains hidden and is better protected. This quote emphasizes the power of perception and highlights the irony that secrets can often be safeguarded by allowing others to believe they have already unveiled them.

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By George Bernard Shaw, Mrs. Warren

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