I have no secret thoughts... Or rather, they're not secret because I've withheld them - if they're unknown, it's because no one asked
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Thoughts aren't hidden intentionally; others just don't inquire.
- In plain terms
- I'm open; people don't ask what I think.
- What can you take from it?
- Openness depends on others asking.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you ask others enough?
- Do you hide or just go unasked?
Another view
Some thoughts are meant to remain private regardless of questions.
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