Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine
Are You Burnt Out or Depressed?
Its not just you: There are real reasons why secrets can be so stressful.
Instead, our distress lies in repeatedlythinkingabout info were trying to conceal.
Of course, the punch in of secret makes a difference.
Holding onto details about a surprise party is one thing.
That means we tend to feel ashamed of our performance whether we cheat or study hard for the exam.
relationship psychotherapist and owner of Evolve Counseling
No matter what, we feel like a failure.
When it comes to secrets, shame and guilt tend to prompt different reactions, explains Dr. Fedrick.
Afterward, another friend approaches you to find out if everything is okay.
Feeling guilty about a secret, on the other hand, allows us space to make different choices.
How can we prevent secrets from affecting our mental health and relationships?
Living with secrets can lead to anxiety and distress.
Sometimes, we keep secrets out of habit and not necessarily because they can ruin our relationships.
It might be necessary to set a boundary with people whose secrets are making you uncomfortable.
Its okay to tell a friend who keeps confiding in you that you dont want to discuss certain topics.
relationship psychotherapist and owner of Evolve Counseling
you could also try journaling about your feelings.
You dont have to shoulder the burden on your own.
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