The tell-tale heart: When is a public confessional a good idea?

It can be tempting to shout one’s secrets into the seeming void of the internet. But just the urge can be a sign that your offline life needs attention.

Why do we change our mind about secrets?

Guilt can drive people to share their truth; so can the fear of being found out. The burden of the secret itself can be a heavy one, even when the wrongdoing is not one’s own.

This is part of why catharsis is such a vital tool in processing pain, shame, anger, trauma. The catharsis that comes from sharing a secret forms the basis of journaling and art therapy. It is a big