I think it depends on context. As a polyamorous gay man with a degree in theology, I am neither proud nor ashamed of the number of sex partners that I have .had .. and if someone is genuinely interested in my views on human immortality, I am happy to answer them. The question about my earnings I might be more reluctant to answer, unless talking to my partner or financial advisor. But I do have a few

questions that I feel are virtually never appropriate:

What is the one thing that you have done that you are most ashamed of?

When you were in the military, did you ever kill anyone?

Which one of your children do you like best?