I have recently started a new job at the same time as going through various personal crises such as domestic violence, losing my home, and having a very ill child. I am very alone in a new country and gradually trying to build up a support system outside of work. I have purchased downloads dealing with those three issues and now have a therapist.

My issue is that although I don't usually bring up my personal life at work, my colleagues all know about it because as soon as they ask me how I am, the floodgates open and I can't stop myself telling them everything. They are colleagues rather than friends, and I always regret telling them such personal things as soon as the words leave my mouth. It leaves me mortified and embarrassed and wondering if they will gossip about it. I don't want to be known as a drama queen or judged for my messed up life.

I am working on the 'Be More Professional' download but want to learn to be discreet and to keep my personal life out of the workplace.

Thank you!