When Asked For Your Personal Info
You always have the right to refuse to share personal information. Sometimes it is more practical to avoid an awkward situation to save yourself with a white lie.
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I am on a personal journey to discover myself and to better understand my role in the universe. To live a good life and to be a good husband, parent and provider. Where possible share the knowledge that I collected.
Honesty imtegrety and telling the truth.
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