Most people have experienced moments of regret after oversharing — whether recounting an awkward anecdote at work or revealing personal details to a stranger, only to be met with an underwhelming or uncomfortable response. In an era where open communication is valued, it’s crucial to recognize that not every thought or experience needs to be disclosed (透露). Learning to manage what we disclose is crucial for maintaining comfortable and respectful interactions.

Oversharing is defined as disclosing more personal information than is appropriate for a given relationship or context. Every social bond, from casual acquaintanceships to close friendships, operates within unspoken boundaries of emotional intimacy. Crossing these lines by delving into overly private topics too soon — such as family conflicts with a stranger at a party or detailed health issues with a coworker — can make others feel uneasy. This phenomenon extends beyond face-to-face interactions: a study by Secure Data Recovery found that 73% of social media users don’t personally know all their post viewers, exposing themselves to unforeseen risks and potential mental health impacts when sharing intimate details publicly.

Several underlying reasons can explain why people overshare. Some individuals might mistakenly feel a false sense of intimacy with service providers like hairdressers or new coworkers, leading them to disclose too much too soon. Others may overshare in an attempt to fast-track a friendship. Furthermore, oversharing can sometimes be a trauma response or a way to seek attention, driven by a deep-seated need to connect or feel understood.

Fortunately, becoming more mindful of our communication habits can help prevent oversharing. Key strategies include making a conscious effort to listen more than we speak and asking questions to balance the conversation. Pausing before responding allows time to consider if a disclosure is appropriate. For processing emotions privately, journaling can be a healthy alternative to unloading in social situations. It is also helpful to identify personal triggers (诱因), such as nervousness or a fear of silence, that prompt oversharing. By refining these skills, we can build richer, more balanced connections, sharing our experiences intentionally rather than impulsively.

1.1. What is the main point discussed in the first paragraph?

A The benefits of open communication.

B How to handle awkward situations at work.

C Why people regret talking to strangers.

D The importance of controlling self-disclosure.

解析：选D。D 段落大意题。第一段开篇以 “过度分享后的后悔时刻” 为例，引出核心话题 —— 尽管开放沟通被重视，但 “并非所有想法或经历都需要透露”（not every thought or experience needs to be disclosed），最终落脚到 “学会管理披露的内容对维持舒适尊重的互动至关重要”（Learning to manage what we disclose is crucial...）。A项“开放沟通的好处” 仅为段落背景提及（in an era where open communication is valued），并非核心观点；B项“处理工作中的尴尬情况” 是过度分享的具体例子，而非段落主旨；C项“为什么后悔和陌生人说话” 仅对应首句的局部场景，未覆盖段落核心 —— 控制自我披露的重要性。故选D。

2.2. Why does oversharing on social media bring risks?

A Posts are too boring.

B Privacy settings are complex.

C Many viewers are strangers.

D It wastes much time.

解析：选C。C细节理解题。题干问 “社交媒体上过度分享为何存在风险”，可定位到第二段关键信息：“a study by Secure Data Recovery found that 73% of social media users don’t personally know all their post viewers, exposing themselves to unforeseen risks...”（一项研究发现，73% 的社交媒体用户并不认识所有查看他们帖子的人，这使他们在公开分享私密细节时面临不可预见的风险）。选项 C “许多观众是陌生人” 与原文 “don’t personally know all their post viewers” 直接对应，是风险产生的直接原因。故选C。

3.3. What is a key motivation behind oversharing?

A To show off personal achievements.

B To seek connection and understanding.

C To establish authority in conversations.

D To practice language skills.

解析：选B。B 细节理解题。题干问 “过度分享背后的关键动机是什么”，可定位到第三段结尾句：“oversharing can sometimes be a trauma response or a way to seek attention, driven by a deep-seated need to connect or feel understood”（过度分享有时是创伤反应或寻求关注的方式，其背后是渴望联系或被理解的深层需求）。选项 B “寻求联系与理解” 与原文 “a deep-seated need to connect or feel understood” 完全匹配，是过度分享的核心动机。故选B。

4.4. What is the key advice to avoid oversharing?

A Focus on developing self-regulation skills.

B Avoid social gatherings completely.

C Always keep conversations superficial.

D Prioritize expressing oneself over listening to others.

解析：选A。A 推理判断题。题干问 “避免过度分享的关键建议是什么”，可定位到第四段提及的具体策略：“making a conscious effort to listen more than we speak”（有意识地多听少说）、“pausing before responding”（回应前暂停思考）、“journaling can be a healthy alternative”（日记作为替代方式）、“identify personal triggers”（识别个人诱因）。这些策略的核心共性是 “有意识地调节自身沟通行为”，即自我调节能力。选项 A “专注培养自我调节技能” 是对上述具体策略的合理归纳，符合 “有意识控制行为、避免冲动分享” 的核心逻辑；选项B（完全避免社交聚会）：原文未建议 “完全回避社交”，而是强调 “合理分享”，表述绝对化，不符合文意； 选项 C（始终保持对话表面化）：原文倡导 “平衡的沟通”（richer, more balanced connections），而非 “只进行表面交流”，曲解原文意图；选项D（优先表达自己而非倾听他人）：与原文 “listen more than we speak”（多听少说）完全相反，表述错误。故选A。