Do you tell family?

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On 02/06/2020 at 21:01, PJRay said:

I see secrets as burdens. When you share your secret with someone else, you've given them a burden, one perhaps they didn't want or are unable to carry. I like to think these things are usually not shared with malice aforethought.

If I simply must unburden myself, then I only share a little of it. If I were to suddenly pop my clogs then my next of kin would do well to remember that I told them, casually in passing, that I'd bought a couple of coins, not how many, what they were worth or where to find them.

If I was approached by someone who thought that I was the right person to talk to about it, dependant on the situation, I probably wouldn't flat out deny it for fear of being caught in an escalating web of deceit, (you now know that your beans have been spilt, but not to what extent). I could happily admit to having once bought a couple of sovereigns, but that I sold them soon afterwards to help pay for a new fridge. I wouldn't be lying because that's a true story and I wouldn't be obliged to share with them what I did next.

You could point them in the direction of say this forum, because that's the best advice you can give, and wish them good luck. As a little cherry on the economical truth cake, I'd insist they tell you how they get on and when you see them next, actively seek their advice on the matter...lets see how well they handle being asked personal questions. 😈

Thank you, you’ve raised some good points and suggestions