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The quote says that sharing too much personal information makes people less mysterious. It suggests that mystery gives people influence, and oversharing takes that away.
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About Steve Rushin
American journalist, sportswriter and novelist
Steve Rushin is an American journalist, sportswriter, and novelist. He was named the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association’s 2005 National Sportswriter of the Year, and he has been a four-time finalist for the National Magazine Award. His work spans journalism, sports writing, and fiction, which has made him a familiar byline in American sports media. He is best known for writing about sports and related subjects with the voice of a magazine writer who moves easily between reporting and observation.
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