The Older I Get, The More I Realize The Value Of Privacy

The Older I Get, The More I Realize The Value Of Privacy Graphic © ipb.life (with permission)

“The older I get,
the more I realize the value
of privacy, of cultivating your circle
and only letting certain people in.
You can be open, honest and real,
while still understanding
that not everyone deserves
a seat at the table of your life.”

This quote highlights the importance of privacy and “selective sharing” – the wisdom of which tends to hit us after we have had more life experience and seen the trajectory of various personal relationships. As we grow older, we begin to understand the value of keeping certain aspects of our lives private and only sharing them with a select group of people. This can include personal thoughts, feelings, and experiences that are deeply personal and meaningful to us.

One key aspect of this quote is the idea of discernment. Discernment is the ability to make wise and informed choices. It involves being able to recognize when someone is not a good fit for us, or when a relationship is not healthy or fulfilling – and to take the necessary steps for our well being. This is especially important when it comes to choosing friends and partners. By being discerning in our choices, we can surround ourselves with people who uplift and support us, rather than those who bring negativity and drama into our lives.

Another important aspect of this quote is the idea of being “open, honest, and real” while still maintaining our privacy. This means that we can be genuine and authentic in our interactions with others, without feeling the need to reveal everything about ourselves. It is possible to be open with certain people, while still keeping certain parts of ourselves private.

Here are five further qutations in a similar vein:

“Be selective in your battles, sometimes peace is better than being right.” – Unknown

“You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.” – Zig Ziglar