Doesn't being open & transparent invite attacks?

[earthyone]

I have struggled with this question, and I find it hard to fully open up. In fact most people hide things too, like their body under clothes. Where do you draw the line between sharing openly and keeping something private? Think too of spiritual matters. Can you teach truthfully what you know, or do you hold back from fear of reprisal?

Jesus comes to mind. Even he told people to keep his miracles quiet. Being open & transparent turned him into a martyr shortly after his teaching career started.

Do you have wisdom here? I want to share, teach, even online, but there seems to be a trade-off between being effective and personal safety.

What do you think about cloaking teachings, say in parables, or difficult language (like Ra some would say!)? Is this a solution? I know Ra teaches that our protection comes through being thankful for each moment, but that seems to be a protection only to a certain level. Carla and Jesus and other must of have much gratitude/love/light in their life, yet they had so many issues.