Privacy is Power.
What people don't know, they can't ruin.
We all want to share our accomplishments and happiness in the world. We want to have someone to listen to our stories of heartbreaks and pain. However, as much as we crave a deep connection with people, there will always be those things that should better remain unsaid, for our own sake. It is not about being secretive - it's about shielding yourself from emotional and sometimes even physical harm by keeping some things in your life private. We have always learnt the fact that there are three things that we should keep private i.e. your love life, your income and your next move. But here I bring you the brief discussion of some more things to help you understand the things better. There is simply no good reason to share the following 6 things with everyone :-
1. Your biggest dreams and goals.
Studies have shown that publicly announcing your dreams and goals can make you less likely to achieve them. Experiencing the joy of letting others know what your plans damage your motivation to actually accomplish them later. Combine this with the judgement and expectations of other people, and you have the perfect recipe of failure. Don't allow this unnecessary stress into your life.
2. Your Private Life.
Letting other people in on the secrets of your personal life will ultimately work against you. In our current world, trust is almost nonexistent. It is truly hard to meet an honest, trustworthy person these days. Why would you share sensitive information with people you don't even know that well ? Keep it to yourself.
3. Your family problems.
We all have family troubles. But our families also have their own way of functioning. No matter if it's a love-hate relationship or something of a different nature, these are private matters. You don't need to involve others in your family business.
4. Your material belongings.
Showing off your material possessions can be easily misread by others. You never know how others may interpret your bragging. There are people out there who would put their life on the line to have what you have. Some of them don't even have access to clean water, while others can barely afford to eat.
5. Your Acts of Kindness.
The world is in desperate need of kindness. But it is wrong to be only kind when others are watching. If you want to help other people, do it for its own sake, not in order to get a pat on the back from society.
6. Your Money.
Talking about your finances is not definitely not a wise move. Your salary shouldn't be known to other people. Asking how much somebody earns shows a lack of manner and respect, and it is definitely an idiotic move to talk about it. Your finances is nobody's business but your's.
Keep in mind that there are people who would be more happy to contribute to your downfall. Do not make it extra easy for them by doing such things. Shield yourself from them by putting these boundaries around you.
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