Sammy, your post is exactly why I'm so open to the people in my life (as well as the happy side-effect that I have supportive people in my life ready to help me when I need it) but I respect the people who choose to keep it secret too. I've lost several people due to being so open. It's a weird paradox, I wouldn't have been as close friends with these people if I hadn't shared my experiences, but they wouldn't have left if I hadn't overwhelmed them eventually.