: Not all secrets are heavy. "Positive secrets," like surprise news, can actually make people feel more energized and alive. Historical & Global Hidden Truths
: Secrets tied to shame—feeling like a "bad person"—lead to more obsessive thinking and rumination than those tied to guilt. Articles on the topic: "secret"
Keeping a secret is rarely about the effort of hiding it, but rather the emotional weight of carrying it alone. Research suggests that 97% of people are currently hiding something, with the average person holding thirteen secrets at once. : Not all secrets are heavy