i've been wondering what is the purpose of sharing. how important is it if you share your thoughts, emotions, whatever with a family member, friend, lover. somehow... if you have the possibility- it is easier to tell a stranger your secrets than someone you know. perhaps both the stranger and the person you know will feel the same way about your secret, but you wont have to care about the stranger' opinion. what the friend knows, that matters. but all i really care about now is, does IT matter? TO SHARE! i know- brings the relationship closer... but so what? is it worth it, telling your secrets, wearing your heart on your sleeve, possibly hurting - juts so the relationship will be better. now lets consider keeping your thoughts to yourself. you avoid ANGER. misunderstandins, you avoid explanations, pain. while sharing secrets... not your favorite ice cream but secrets would most probably reveal the vast space of separation between you and your non-strangers. so wheres thr good?