In her book "The Writing Life," Annie Dillard emphasizes the importance of sharing knowledge and experiences. She argues that holding onto what you have learned can be harmful and counterproductive. Instead of cultivating personal growth, this tendency can lead to a sense of loss and emptiness.

Dillard suggests that when we keep our insights and lessons to ourselves, we ultimately deprive ourselves of their value. By not sharing freely, we risk turning our potential into mere remnants of what could have been, akin to finding ashes in a once vibrant treasure. Sharing enriches our lives and preserves the significance of what we have gained.