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If you have a talent or ability, is it wrong to not use it?

I have a many skills and talents. Some were innate, and some were gained through painful effort. I do not have a desire for money or fame. I'm content playing my music in the comfort of my home, or writing poetry and fiction for myself. Because of this I find myself repeatedly having conversations with my friends concerning my "need" to do something with it. They tell me "it's a shame" to keep my talents to myself. Is it? And if I gave up playing music, for example, why would that be considered as some sort of crime? If you have a talent, should you feel obligated to share it with the world?

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    Chetan Somani

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    Mar 8 2013: Hey Tony,
    I don't think its an issue to not to use your inherent talent and talent acquired through hard work and dedication.
    what i feel is its good not to go what people say its you who has to decide what you want to do with your life..

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