In a democratic society we have the freedom to choose which questions to answer, and the ability to monitor the levels of personal sharing to tailor them to fit our individual comfort zones. In a world where many persons, senior or otherwise battle isolation, depression, and a feeling of uselessness, forums such as this can provide a sense of community, allowing people to have a voice. Everyone benefits from a good listening to. If the govt wishes to pore over the bits and pieces of our lives, perhaps it, like many of us, may benefit from our experiences.