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“Keep your own secret, and get out other people's.” quote by Philip Dormer Stanhope
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““Keep your own secret, and get out other people's.””

Philip Dormer Stanhope

About This Quote

Source Speech: Advice to peers, attributed to Philip Dormer Stanhope, 18th century

Keeping personal secrets protects oneself, while avoiding meddling in others' private matters maintains harmony.

In simple terms: Guard your secrets, stay out of others' affairs.

Key Takeaway

Respect privacy, focus on your own life.

Themes

privacy boundaries trust interpersonal relations

Mood

cautious thoughtful pragmatic

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • friendships
  • workplace
  • family gatherings
  • online interactions

Key Concepts

confidentiality ethical conduct social etiquette

Questions to Reflect On

  • What secrets are you protecting?
  • When is sharing appropriate?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on secrecy can erode openness and trust.

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