This is so true. Everyone cannot handle our truths. It took me a very long time to realize this—basically, a lifetime. For years I believed people wanted to know the authentic version of me. I thought I could be free and open with people who seemed to like me. It took many heartbreaks and letdowns to learn that most people didn’t want to know the real me, they only wanted to interact with and know the version they could tolerate (not accept). This is why I only have a handful of close friends, and my closest get to experience all of me.
In one of my very first blog posts (June 2018) I wrote—
“It’s not easy being transparent in a world that glorifies what’s fake and shuns reality. Reality isn’t pretty. Reality shows vulnerability– the bumps, bruises and scars.”
This blog site, “It’s Shaun’s World,” was originally created to be a space where I could be authentic and transparent. I really wanted to share my world with others. However, over the years I learned to tone it down and only release bits and pieces of me in small doses. Not everyone likes happiness. Some don’t like quirkiness. And many don’t like when people share their vulnerabilities with the world. Those are things I guess are supposed be kept private or only shared with friends or a therapist. I believed people wanted to know the human side of people—because that’s what I want to get to know, the real—when in reality they only want a character.
Anyhoo… I could go on and on. Here’s what I shared two years ago.
Facebook Memory: August 16, 2022
“Being transparent has its limits. Our lives were never meant to be an open book for all to read. Knowing when, what and with whom to share is vital. Everyone can’t handle your truth.♥️”
Yes, unlike in 2018, I now know this is true. Everyone can’t handle my truth—which is the reason I sometimes write posts that I never share—even when they’re my true experiences. Not everyone would or could understand, and that’s okay.
Well, that’s my truth for now. I pray you have a lovely Friday and beautifully, blessed weekend. Love you!♥️
Shaun
It’s Shaun’s World 
I also attempt to be real and transparent, and I often feel very discouraged. I also know what I write about isn’t meant for everyone, so I try really hard not to take it to heart. I often think I should “tone it down”, “be more positive”, “change directions”, but… I don’t know. Great post!
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Thanks, Kay! I don’t know either. I just know that whatever’s written seems to remain infinitely in the virtual world. So, now, instead of posting everything I think, feel, or experience, I pay close attention to that still small voice that no longer has to yell, “DON’T SHARE THAT!” Honestly, most of the things I share aren’t outrageous or super private, they just aren’t meant to be shared publicly, or at that particular moment. As the saying goes, there’s a time a place for everything. Hope this makes sense. Thanks for reading. Wishing you a wonderful day!💕
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