Should I tell people that I'm a stripper? Why or why not?

I just started stripping for the first time ever.

I don’t have a problem with what I do, but I know there is a very negative stigma attached to strippers.

The only person who knows is my mom and 1 of my girlfriends who is a dancer too…

When people ask what I do, I don’t really know what to say.

Should I just tell them the truth and say that I’m a stripper? Why or why not ?

I started seeing this new guy recently too and like him a lot. I haven’t told him what I do. I’m scared if I do tell him, he won’t like me anymore and won’t want to be with me.

Help?

Is this something I should just keep a secret…?

Thank you for any and all advice.