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when and how to tell?

For the last 7 years, I've known I was positive. Looking back, I can assure you the first 4 years were quite difficult, even though at the time I didn't realise it. In the beginning, when I found out, I wanted to tell everyone, but this didn't always go well; I had some negative experiences, especially with strangers such as new boyfriends. Though my parents, brother and friends had responded well.

Now I consider whom I tell with a little more discretion. I take a little time to think whether to tell a work mate who may have by now become a good friend, yet still not the right moment. When I tell someone, I always let them know that they can ask me anything they want. I don't mind them doing this, I even appreciate it.
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