“When it comes to your dreams, you need to guard your heart. Your heart is precious, your dreams should only be shared with a few close friends, and you should love well but carefully. You need to allow love into your heart, but always remember to guard and protect it.” Annie F. Downs, 100 Days To Brave

Many of my own experiences of sharing hopes and dreams with not-quite-the-right people have resulted in demotivating, or even hurtful, outcomes. The advice about possible responses from those who are very emotionally invested in my life resonates strongly. Sigh.

Allow Downs’ wise advice to speak to you today. Does her advice alter who you choose to confide in? Are there any other things you would add to her list?