Do I or don’t I?

I’ve been privy to some talk lately about when, how and where to share the inner workings of one’s path.  The general consensus of many who know their shit is that they don’t.  It’s not that they (or I) want to keep people from knowing exactly, but it’s more of a “I worked damned hard to get here, and so should you” kind of thing.  Too many fluff wander around from group to group, forum to forum gathering up others advice, workings, knowledge and use it in asinine, irresponsible ways, without giving credit where its due.  Sometimes people give out something to help others without expecting any type or remuneration and that’s fine, but for others to grab it and run with it like it’s their bone..that is just wrong.  I’ve seen people ask “what are the best magic(k)al forums”…Well..that depends on what one is looking for I guess.  If you are seeking  people who are knowledgeable in their path and who will speak on things to help guide others find the information they seek, then those might be a little on the rare side.  There are those groups who have people who will offer discourse on every topic under the sun, and yet do not practice magic(at least not in a recognizable form)..if that is what you seek, there are plentiful.  Then you have those who post and every spell, prayer, working known to man  and lay it out there for any and everybody to scarf up and that is reckless and  ignorant to say the least.  Magical workings without the required experience and knowledge can lead to hugs problems, both for the practitioner as well as for those who come into contact with that energy.  So back to the original query.  To share or not?  From my personal perspective, I have no problems sharing with a select few that I know are responsible enough to handle the information and use it as it works for them.  I have learned from personal experience though to not offer that on a public forum.  Why?  well, because I learned it, its my work, and sometimes things that work for me will not work for others.  Just because I had success doing something one way, doesn’t mean others will.  For me, the knowing of when and where as well as the what to share is a sign of maturity in one’s path.  We all go through phases where we do stupid things and give way too much of ourselves and pay the price for it.  It’s often a hard learned lesson, but learn from it we do.  Or at least some of us do.  I’ve seen some continue to be seemingly oblivious as to how they are being used by others for their own personal gain.  I know its a personal decision, but for me, it’s a no-brainer.  Unless I know you well, or know the path you walk..you probably won’t be privy to anything I know, not even what elements make up my path.  It’s best for all concerned..mainly me, possibly you…but eventually all.  Enjoy your journey.