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The Unspoken Truth is a series of webcomics created by Venezuelan artist Maria Guadarrama that feature a unique blend of emotional humor, taking the reader from lighthearted chuckles across to deep philosophical musings.

“I think the kind of people who enjoy my comics are the ones who like to take a look inside of them and the origin of their feelings,” Maria told Bored Panda. “Introspective and sensitive people, people who are in love.”

Maria works as a graphic designer as her day job, illustrating for The Unspoken Truth as a part-time job and hobby in the evenings. Art is her passion and has been since early childhood, and she takes her drawing inspiration from all the things that happen to her in her daily life. Maybe that's why these relatable comics hit home to so many.

Now living in Santiago, Chile, she feels a deep sadness about the way things have gone in her homeland. “It makes me feel hopeless and frustrated, especially when I think of my parents who are still living there,” she told us. “When I was in Venezuela, I worked for one of the most important newspapers there. But since the people who owned the newspaper were from the government, they were very specific about the subjects I was allowed to draw. I couldn't draw about politics or migration or economy.”

“There was a censorship of my funny comics because the power of doodling is big, I guess. Drawings make us approach knowledge in the way a child does. On the other hand, in South America, in general, there are a lot of illustrators with a strong voice and strong opinions, especially in Argentina and Mexico.”

While Maria says that she always tends to feel like an outsider, no matter where she goes, she is passionate about her country and longs for better days. You can read a beautiful and powerful comic about her thoughts on the situation in Venezuela here, it is a real eye-opener. She also has many similar works on her pages, which you can find linked below. Scroll down to check out her cute drawings on being in love and searching for those good relationships, and let us know what you think in the comments!

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Nini Meow
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want someone to wait for me to get healed!

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    Vervelende Panda
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why one should never dive in head first in a new relationship.

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    Nini Meow
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes it'd be.. But it's not as easy.

    Meowton Mewsk
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The question is if it would be easier to leave the past behind and you say yes, it would be easier. Then follow immediately up by saying no, it’s not easier??

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    athornedrose
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    when it can be left behind, yes. when the past has a person you can't escape, what then?

    Mama Panda
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it depends on your past. Some are not as easy to leave behind as others.

    Anya Nymity
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agree 100%. The statistics re: childhood trauma are staggering. For many millions of people, ‘leaving it behind’ isn’t a choice. (Seeking skilled therapy is, though.)

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    Ophelia
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know, kid, it'd be easier, but it is not as easy as you think :')

    Kjorn
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what you learn from the pas that's what help you today

    rvmg
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    past define us in every way, we souldn't left it behind just accept it bc we cant change it, and if you ever get rid of your past you will be no longer you

    HermioneGal
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sometimes the heavy load is worth it in the short run even if it may leave you sore in the long run.

    Alvin J Frazier
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    we are the sum of our memories (the past)

    Birma Gustafsson
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not easy at all if you have PTSD, because no matter how you try to leave the c**p behind you, it sticks to you, weigh you down, follow you around like a very substantial shadow, and stings you from behind, like a knife in the back. But I like the image. I would love to be able to just throw it off.

    Anita Wolf
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The book says, "We might be through with the past, but the past ain't through with us."Jimmy Gator/ Magnolia

    Marie Kuehler
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    sometimes you need to bring the past with you, so you don't repeat it.

    Nostalgic Hyena
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree with this one - I often wish I could let go of the past, since I regret way too much..

    Christine M Quigley
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, very powerful..learning to do this every day..

    K. LNU
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For anyone who has ever lived... we all come with baggage. Some parts are more easily left behind than others.

    Jeanneke van Berkel
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can leave the past behind, but later, maybe in ten or twenty years, the past catches up with you.

    Biba Baba
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, because you learn from it, you grow... The issue is people not accepting their past, tho I'd love to forget some things it doesn't change a thing, it still happened. If you want to lie to yourself and make the same mistakes again go right ahead and drop that bag.

    Martin Forbes
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Th easy part is saying it out loud, the hard part is actually doing it and sticking to it.

    RJ Berg
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would say that this is a Great Reminder to everyone. We All do this at one time or another, and I'd be willing to guess more people than you'd realize carry a bag of the past behind them, that is because they have not had the tools needed to unload or drop the bag...It's not easy but you have to want to let go and might not know how. In the case of trauma or PTSD, it may be extremely difficult...many people could lighten or lose that load but many need the tools to do it, as in any of the following, therapy, support system, plan, forgiveness, allowing themselves permission to do so, asking for help, changing their lifestyle, etc. The beauty is if you are lucky enough you can find a way to drop the bag and allow yourself the freedom to let go of the past and live in the present finally figuring out ultimately that the "Present" Is Actually A Present.

    Taichi
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sometimes we need unlearning

    tama hamilton
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The past molds you into who you are

    Maryam Mahfooz
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forgive but never forget. just never.

    DancingToMyself
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some things are MEANT to be forgotten. As soon as possible. :(

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    KCN
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need to keep re-learning this.

    Jaded Queen
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's impossible. What u go thru as a child sticks with you forever. Haunting you forever more

    peril-clay
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It WOULD be, but it's not as easy as people think, no matter how hard they try

    Gerry Higgins
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We are the accumulation of all the events we've experienced. You can't leave it behind- the past is you.

    DancingToMyself
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh no, it's not. It really isn't! And if you are in the healing process, you'll see how you CAN leave it.

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    BusLady
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our past can be a great burden. But it's still part of who we are.

    John Doe
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    zipped mine. now it's heavier but concealable.

    Jetches
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of Pilgrim’s progress

    Len Cicio
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This says a mouthful!. A perfect illustration for this thought

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The perfect one will come along. Don't be too hung up on the past to recognize them.

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Face to send warm smiles and speak kind words

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The right person brings out the best in you and makes you blossom.

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t know how to swim and part of me is afraid to

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn’t work for me, I’d be reading and the person would just keep walking bc you don’t interrupt a good book

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    희별 송
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m still postponing my dream to achieve someone else’s and frankly, I don’t know how to escape

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Achieved everything alone, without family or friends, which I don't have anyway.

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Acknowledging your feelings can help you accept them.

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    Norma
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can if you think you can. If you think you can't, you're right. (to paraphrase)

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No matter how great your pain, there is someone else dealing with more pain than yourself. You have to be willing to take chances in order to heal.

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    BusLady
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even in broken relationships, love can still exist "at a distance"

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    Aaron Kara
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its a cute comic but it reminds me of the infected from The Last of Us too much. Sorry! XD

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    Ophelia
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Regarding the breasts, it reminded me of a question I saw earlier on a site. A girl asked why women needs breasts when milk from goat, cows and so on are available...

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But what if Mom is the problem? That will affect how he treats you.

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It feels like you took a swig of Felix Felicis

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    Sky
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just love this one. So powerful.

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But anticipation can be a wonderful part of the experience.

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Says the cartoon to everyone looking at it on the internet.

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    frank0ys
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...Yes! Don't use other people as scapegoats and pull them down just to fill the hole in your heart. You'd just end up hurting them and hurting yourself more.

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    Sushi Smack
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    a good relationship is when they both heal each others wounds

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    Sky
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would be me but instead I would eat the last piece of pie or something. Dang it *Handcuffs self to my self control*

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should be "He helped her tame her demons"

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An untrustworthy person will diminish your self esteem. You need to build it back up again.

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When your self-esteem is so high to the point that you don't mind being naked. ^^;;

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    Dorin Rufer
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your weirdness is tolerable???? I find that offensive. How about: Your weirdness is ADORABLE!

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    Sky
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What does solitude do when solitude is left in solitude?

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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can always come back, and things will look different then.

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    Sky
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Says the fairy possibly born with the inate instinct to fly.

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    Kiarra Gregory
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To me it seems like two adults with their own kidsand the “monsters” is the adults when they fight, are angry or upset

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    jetmastergames
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But he loves and cares for her so much, he’s willing to get over his vertigo

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    BusLady
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I forgave both of my ex-husbands years ago. I'm now on good terms with my children's Father. The other one, I had to write out of my life. Sometimes that's the only way.

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    Sky
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just screw em, not in the literal sense though.

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    Monica Patton
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A little yappy dog PERFECTLY represents anxiety. It's always there, nipping your heels and trying to get your attention; you can maybe calm it down, but not always.

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    BusLady
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like Escher designed that staircase.

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    Jaded Queen
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Flee run for your dear life. The end is here!😈

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    PandaPanda
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sometimes you have to actively let the good things in (sunshine) and work to get rid of the bad things :)

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    BusLady
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was made TO open and use it? (Open your heart and use it)

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