Quote by Myrna Loy

I think that carrying on a life that is meant to be private in public is a breach of taste, common sense, and mental hygiene.

I think that carrying on a life that is meant to be private

Summary

This quote suggests that living a private life openly in public is inappropriate and goes against acceptable standards, logical thinking, and emotional well-being. It implies that exposing intimate aspects of one's life to the public can be considered distasteful, lacking common sense, and detrimental to mental health. The quote promotes the idea of maintaining boundaries between personal and public spheres, emphasizing the importance of privacy and discretion.

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By Myrna Loy

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