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Question that strikes at the heart of what we do here
I have a question.
How far does privacy go on the internet?
This has bugged me for a while. I don't usually post about things that are currently happening in my life. Old things and stories? Sure, fair game. There have even been times when I've asked for generic advice regarding just me (as far as how to approach a girl or when to call), or something non-personal (like phone card advice for calling my girlfriend for example).
What I have trouble with is personal issues involving someone I care about. This relates to the gf, parents, friends, and other family. There have been issues that I would like advice on but don't feel that its my place to "out it" to the community of web users that congregate here.
Say I was married... I would not ask for advice about my wife and I's sex lives. I might ask for opinions on toys, and post funny stories but nothing of our personal relationship.
I would also not post pictures of her or any one close to me without explicit consent. Even fully clothed and non sexual pictures.
I do this because I am a private person and respect other's privacy as well. This extends to what I'm going to refer to as the 'outside world.' If you are with me in person, or talk to me one on one via phone or IM I will tell you a lot about tme, but to just post it like is done here is something I am really not comfortable with.
What are your thoughts on this? Do you post things about people you care about without telling them, or getting their consent? If so, why is that ok?
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