TIP 72
DON’T SPILL YOUR GUTS
A closed mouth catches no flies.
If you are discreet, then this tip doesn’t apply to you, but if you feel compelled to share the details of your private life with your colleagues and new friends, you might want to reconsider and hold your tongue. Most people really don’t want to hear all the gory details of your past relationships or the problems you had growing up or even the problems you are experiencing right now. Better to save these stories for your mother, therapist, coach, or long-time friends. Your mother will still love you, and your therapist or coach is getting paid to listen and respond. Another option might be to go to a 12-step program and spill your guts there along with everyone ...
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