It will deepen your connection to your confidante and may improve your situation, says Michael Slepian
f you’ve ever kept a secret from a friend, a family member, or a romantic partner , then the chances are good that these same people have kept secrets from you. Not all of them, and not at every moment, but some of them some of the time.
The normal course of actions is to share with others what we’re really thinking, but to keep a secret is to veer away from this everyday act of social connection. When this happens you prevent yourself from fully engaging, blocking yourself from a chance to bond with others and get help from them. So even if you do have fears and worries, know that the research shows people react more positively to disclosures than we often imagine. You need not fear the worst, as it is highly unlikely. It might take a dash of courage to reveal something sensitive but when you take the risk, your confidant will recognise this and appreciate it. If you are in the middle of a social interaction that makes you feel comfortable and open, then recognise the door is open to disclosure, too.
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