Often, however, inappropriate disclosures and telling too much can give the impression that we are likely to exercise poor judgment in other areas as well.

It is good to be open and honest, but a wise person does not disclose everything. Tell people what they need to know and avoid overloading. There are some things that are better left unmentioned and some things that are private and personal that we need to keep that way. To tell or not to tell—it takes wisdom and discretion.