Things You Shouldn't Compromise on Privacy via Social Media Platforms

SadaNews - As we live in an era of "digital bragging" and excessive sharing; from social media posts to casual conversations, revealing details about our lives has never been easier than it is today, according to a report published on VegOut magazine's website.

However, psychologist and mindfulness expert Lachlan Brown says that just because one can share something does not necessarily mean it should be made public. He emphasizes that inner peace often comes from discretion, rather than from a quiet confidence that does not require constant validation from others.

Brown explains that mindfulness teaches a person to pause before speaking and to ask themselves: "Is what I am about to say helpful? Is it kind? Is it necessary?", and often the answer is "no". He points out that there are eight things that mindful and truly realistic individuals tend to keep private:

1- Long-term Goals

There is a strange paradox concerning goals; the more one talks about them, the less likely they are to achieve them. Psychological studies indicate that early sharing of ambitions releases a dose of dopamine in the brain, as if progress has already been made, which undermines motivation. Therefore, Brown clarifies that mindful individuals should work in silence and let their achievements speak for themselves.

2- Good Deeds

It is easy to be swept away by the modern trend of promoting good deeds, like posting about donations or volunteering or acts of kindness online. However, when kindness turns into performance, it loses its spiritual power. Brown points out that deeper giving comes without expecting anything in return or applause, as it nurtures inner compassion rather than feeding the ego.

3- Personal Struggles Before Overcoming Them

Vulnerability is strength, but timing is crucial. Sharing wounds while they are still bleeding may turn the experience into a search for sympathy rather than transformation and growth. The expert advises that mindfulness here means living with and understanding the pain before discussing it—respecting feelings away from showcasing them.

4- Family Issues

Every family has its complexities, but making them public creates more misunderstanding than healing. Therefore, it is recommended that maintaining privacy does not mean denying the problem, but rather respecting the privacy of those involved.

5- Financial Situation

Talking about money can evoke feelings of envy, comparison, or judgment... That's why mindful individuals are discreet about their income, savings, and investments, realizing that financial privacy protects them from unnecessary pressure.

6- Romantic Life

In a world obsessed with following relationship news, discretion becomes a form of protection. Sharing emotional details invites others to intrude, anticipate, and judge, while healthy relationships thrive away from the noise.

7- Spiritual Practices

Even spirituality can be infiltrated by the ego. Showing off worship or practices drains them of their meaning. True spiritual awareness is quiet and humble, according to Brown.

8- Our Next Steps

There is power in ambiguity. Sharing every upcoming project or plan exposes a person to pressures, opinions, and expectations that can hinder their progress. As the saying goes: "Work in silence, and let success make the noise."

The report concludes by stating that at the core of mindfulness lies self-respect, with a quiet realization that not everything needs to be shared, justified, or explained. It is not about secrecy - but about sovereignty and choosing to live one's life regardless of the opinions of the surrounding world.

Self-control, as Brown affirms, is the most conscious and mature action.