There are two fundamental truths about secrets:

Firstly, keeping secrets often leads to a sense of inner turmoil, compared to the potential relief of not harboring them.

Secondly, the most taxing aspect of secrecy lies in concealing it from loved ones.

The stress linked with secrets stems from frequent thoughts about the concealed information, even when apart from those kept in the dark.

These persistent thoughts induce stress and a sense of inauthenticity.

Regardless of whether you feel compelled to disclose your secret, remember:

Unless it poses a direct threat, there's no need to harbor guilt for keeping it.

If it weighs heavily on you, confiding in someone might alleviate the burden of dwelling on it. Yet, if you're at peace with it, there's little reason to fear long-term harm.

Sharing your secret may lessen its mental hold, but it's also possible it won't change much. Everyone harbors secrets—it's a facet of our humanity.

Embrace your humanity.

Elizabeth

Let the winds of change dance between your secrets, gut and shame