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We all have our secret shames. Guilty little skeletons in the closet that we would never dare to confess to even our closest friends. Well, not when sober, at least.

The great thing about the internet is its anonymity. Behind the protection of a screen, people can feel liberated to say things they never would in face-to-face conversation, and really say what they mean. Of course, it goes both ways and this can also lead to all kinds of bullying and abuse, but that's for another post.

This post is all about getting it off your chest and owning up to past wrongs. While confessing anonymously to randoms on the internet is hardly taking responsibility for one's actions, the very act of confession can alleviate feelings of guilt and help people to get on with their lives. From the hilariously trivial to the actually quite profound, these confessions will take you through a rollercoaster of emotions, and might even make you reflect on your own past transgressions.

So scroll down below to check out the sordid details for yourself, and let the therapy begin!

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i always did it. and turned them away when i thought i'm doing something they wouldn't approve. just in case :D

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According to an article in Scientific American, any type of open and truthful disclosure reduces stress and helps individuals come to terms with their behavior. "It is not coincidental that some of the most powerful people or institutions in many cultures encourage people to confess their transgressions," they write. "And there is very strong evidence that writing about upsetting experiences or dark secrets can benefit your mental and physical well-being."

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah I agree with this. I care more about animals than the majority of people.. humans suck for the most part.

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"First, simply putting emotional turmoil into words changes how we think about it. Giving concrete form to secret experiences can help categorize them in new ways. For instance, when we translate emotional experiences into words and stories, we start to think about them in a simpler, less menacing context. There is no solid evidence to explain this phenomenon, but it most likely occurs because talking or writing about a disturbing event helps us understand it better. And things we do not understand cause greater anxiety."

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"Dozens of studies have also shown that expressive writing is linked to less stress and improved sleep and cardiovascular function. We know that better sleep is associated with enhanced immune function and better general health—which correlate with better mental health, too."

"Expressive writing and religious confession are not panaceas, but these forms of release can help us get through difficult times. The beauty is that you do not have to be religious to benefit from confession. The underlying mechanisms are available to anyone for the price of a pencil and paper."

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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same tbh. I especially hate it when they do this while hiking/camping. People go in the mountains for the quiet, if you want music blasting go to a club.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tell me about it.. My baby is dying right now from bone cancer. It hurts so bad and idk how I'm gonna get along after she's gone.

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So there you go. Got any guilty secrets you've been holding on to? Try writing about them, and allow yourself to properly express your emotions. It is clearly a great benefit to both your mental and physical health!

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Alone time is important. When I come back from a long business trip surrounded by colleagues and business associates, the first thing I ask of my hubby is some me time. I just need to recollect myself.

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ravina nimje
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I live in third world country and I still have more love and sympathy for animals lot more than humans.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This happened with a puppy we found, who wasn't being cared for well (she had fleas and mange), but unfortunately, she was claimed :(

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

my brothers gf got pregnant and lost it. I was secretly pleased cause they don't have their s**t together and live in a trashy apt. with no ambition to make their life better. his gf is also not right in the head. I am glad they lost it cause it would have made mess out of their already messy life. however, I'm curious if it would have given him a reason to change.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you are his best friend I don't want to know who is his worst enemy. But probably his mom.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I tried the vegetarian life...don't have the discipline for it. lasted one week only.

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Demi Zwaan
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's sad that this is seen as a shameful thing. It's perfectly normal to feel ánd show emotions, for both men and women!

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Comforting- not the end of the world and unless it effects emotional growth, I don't see it as an issue.

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