A friend disclosed a secret about themselves. Should I do the same?

Question

A female friend of mine whom I've gotten to know rather well over the past 3 or 4 months has shared quite a bit about herself to me. She says she feels comfortable talking to me. A while ago she told me she was bi-sexual and not to tell any one which I never will. I'm sort of a private person and don't tell about my life to too many people. My spouse is an addict/alcoholic and we have had many problems but I'm still with her. I've never told this to anyone. My question is since my friend has shared her secrets with me should I share certain things about my life (besides my wife) to her. Thanks guys.

Answer 1

If you feel comfortable with telling this friend about it, then go for it. Remember that just because a person is willing to share their world to you it doesn't mean they will keep the secrets you tell them. On the other hand she might be a helping hand and someone to lean on in times of need.

Answer 2

I would be careful if I were you;The way I size it up I am almost sure that she has an agenda lined up for you, consider the following
1.She claims to feel comfortable around you.
2.She reveals to you alone, her bi-sexuality and it is "for your ears only"!
What does she expect in return from you?
I think she is hitting on you while flirting with you this way, after all she knows you are already disillusioned with what you describe as an addict/alcoholic wife!