Humans are social beings and it is in nature to want to share what goes on in our lives with people close to us. Sharing about our lives such as our history, beliefs and thought processes is how we make bonds with others. But at the same time, it is important to exercise caution. It is important to be mindful of our circumstances and avoid oversharing while ensuring that certain aspects of your personal life are not up for discussion. Interestingly, according to a 2022 research study, college students realised if someone regularly posts about their medical concerns, political views, intimate relationships or overly personal information, they tend to unfollow them on social media. So keep your personal emotions to yourself and let’s dive into 6 things that you should absolutely keep private.

Things you should always keep private, even from your best friend

1) Intimate relationships

All relationships, particularly romantic ones, are deeply personal. Only the people who are in that relationship know what’s actually going on. So it is always advised to keep details about said relationships such as private moments and discussions between you and your partner. Bringing in a third person’s opinion in your relationship can lead to a break in trust.

2) Family conflicts

Sharing too much information about what goes on in your family life with an outsider warrants unwanted attention and judgment. No matter their intentions, if they try to interfere in your family matter it can lead to misunderstanding which will further spoil your relations. Seek professional help if need be but avoid discussing too much information with your ‘well-wishers’.

3) Health concerns and Medical history

It is crucial for you to be selective with whom you want to share your health-related issues and how much detail you want to provide them. Keep in mind that not everyone around you is equipped to deal with your concerns and can even offer you advice which can prove detrimental to your health. So your health-related concerns or medical history should always only be shared with your trusted healthcare providers.

4) Personal goals

Specific personal goals like your career goals, aspirations and future plans should always be kept on the down-low especially if you still have a long way to go to achieve them. If you share your plans too early, there are chances it can give your mind a false sense of accomplishment which will in turn reduce your motivation to actually work hard or stay consistent in working hard to achieve those goals.

5) Workplace issues

Workplace information and coworker conflicts often come under confidential matters, so to maintain professionalism and trust among your coworkers and superiors it is always advised to not discuss them with anyone. In cases of significant or sensitive problems at work try and handle all discussions with caution and avoid talking about them openly so as not to endanger your professional reputation.

6) Financial status

Whether you are flourishing or struggling, you should always avoid sharing financial details such as earnings, investments and loans. Divulging too much information to the wrong person can make you vulnerable and put you at risk of being taken advantage of.

Last updated on September 7th, 2024 at 06:09 am