All In The Mind
The secret life of secrets
Jun 25, 2022
Psychology researcher Michael Slepian explores the impact of secrets on mental well-being. The podcast delves into different types of secrets and motivations behind them. It discusses the consequences of keeping secrets, the benefits of confessing, and artistic projects centered around anonymous secrets.
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Quick takeaways
- Secret-keeping can have a more significant impact on individuals and families than the content of the secret itself.
- Sharing secrets with a trusted third party can provide emotional support and deepen relationships through anonymous expression and connection.
Deep dives
The Power and Impact of Family Secrets
Michael Sleppian, a psychologist researching the psychology of secrets, unexpectedly discovers that his own family had a major secret about his paternity. The revelation raises questions about why the secret was kept, who else knew, and the impact of the secret on his family. Sleppian's experience highlights the significance of secret-keeping as more troubling and surprising than the actual content of the secret itself.
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