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To wonder if it’s bad that people tell me I’m a ‘closed book’ because I don’t like talking about personal or family matters?

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TheCoralTurtle · 17/10/2024 12:59

I’ve always been more private, but recently a few people have pointed it out, and now I’m questioning whether that’s seen as a negative trait. Should I be more open, or is it okay to keep certain things to myself?

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PaminaMozart · 17/10/2024 13:06

Close relationships are very important to me, but if you are happy to keep yours on a superficial level, keep on doing what you have been doing.

AW24 · 17/10/2024 13:01

TheCoralTurtle · 17/10/2024 12:59

I’ve always been more private, but recently a few people have pointed it out, and now I’m questioning whether that’s seen as a negative trait. Should I be more open, or is it okay to keep certain things to myself?

It's up to you what you divulge & don't.
It maybe makes people feel like you don't let them in but everyone's different 💓

Crazyeight · 17/10/2024 13:01

I wish I could be like this. I blurt out every single personal detail within seconds of meeting someone.

Lentilweaver · 17/10/2024 13:00

Please be my friend. I love a certain reticence.