[The dance stops for a moment. He has brought them to a standstill, sensing that this is a time to stop for introspection. Perhaps the world will appreciate a dance of words and ideals instead of feet and toes.]

I hardly want to dredge up bad memories. You can keep whatever happened a secret if you want to.

[The world can be difficult, he knows. There are facts he hides about himself. That led to him forming the opinion that what can truly wear you down is people.]

All I can advise is that the one thing you can control is yourself.