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remember, in this context:
secrets are the shadowy things that we want to share but might be tempted to hide because of shame/fear/social obligations.
sparkles are the things that make you feel most alive - little moments of joy/satisfaction/contentment that you wish you could bottle up.
click here to submit your own secrets/sparkles anonymously anytime.
loosely defined themes of the week: best friends, circling back around, very good facebook marketplace deals
secrets
short & sweet/salty:
Does he like me back? Or is he just being nice? Asking myself this question over and over and over.
My partner loved his year abroad and is in a really bad place about moving back. I think the only reason he is coming back is to be with me and I feel like I'm holding him back. I'm scared he will resent me.
My cheeky cat died unexpectedly a few days ago and I’m a wreck. She was such a comfort while I was housebound with chronic illness and I don’t know how I’m going to manage without her.
I realised many years after it happened that I was abused and I haven't told anybody in case they look at me differently, especially my partner.
I made the biggest decision 3 weeks ago. Been anxious ever since. Yet, it feels so right.
I’m battling imposter syndrome since starting my business - after so much experience I still feel lost.
I’m in $55k of debt and am so damn ashamed.
I’m so burned out at work and have avoided tasks for weeks and I feel like total dead weight.
I don’t have a bff, fought with mine 4y ago and never spoke again with her. I feel lonely.
I think I might be autistic but I have no idea what to do and don’t want to look silly to dr.
I’m afraid I might jinx getting into my dream uni if I tell my friends from my current uni.
I can feel myself slipping into a low again and there’s nothing I can do to stop it. I’m so tired of being sad.
Still “the other woman” not a fan but also in love????? It’s badddddd.
I might be pregnant but I think I’ll be sad about telling my partner.
I’m terrified of my growing desire to date. I’m 30 and have never even been kissed.
My sister didn’t invite my fiance to her bridal shower and said it’s “just for family”.
My old fwb told me he wants to cheat on his new gf with me.
I lied to my partner and I don’t think they will ever forgive me.
Keep going on first dates but I haven’t had a spark, worried idk what it should feel like anymore.
My bf and I haven’t had sex in 2 months and I’m afraid he isn’t attracted to me anymore.
I’m a mess and am scared my partner will decide he wants someone more put together.
I got an abortion and the man who caused it ghosted me when I got the pills in the mail.
One of my bffs has been lying to me for weeks and idk what to do.
I feel like I’ve never had a best friend and all my friendships are surface level.
Got rejected after a really good first date and I’m scared to put myself out there again.
I resent my friends that work less than I do but make more money.
Freaking out that I won’t get into grad school at the uni I got my bachelors.
I’m getting gender affirming top surgery soon and I’m excited/terrified.
My anxiety has made a vicious comeback lately and it’s really scary to not feel like myself.
I want to move our timeline for starting a family up…I want to start now.
I am bi but too scared to start identifying that way to any of my queer friends.
I have a dr appt this week that I’m kinda scared about even tho knowing is always better than not.
I don’t enjoy motherhood like I thought I would.
I think I might be ace…and maybe aro.
I’m almost done writing my thesis and I am so scared I could fail.
I fell out of love with my husband almost 4 years ago.
Organizing a surprise party for my best friend, ppl love her so much and it makes me happy.
I really want to have children - but I’m terrified of child birth.
I got too high with my partner and started to get the ick.
My roommate is driving me crazy.
I’m so scared to try to get pregnant again after my miscarriage.
My contract at work is up in May. I’m a single mom w/ no support. I’m terrified.
My spouse is applying for masters programs and I’m not here for it.
I feel dread whenever I think about my career field (that I’m currently getting my masters in).
My crush ghosted my a week ago and I cannot stop insta stalking them.
Dad has cancer. Lots of grieving. Really struggling to figure out life now.
I hooked up with a girl for the first time last night.
My boyfriend is in the process of buying a house, but I don’t want to stay in this area long…
I love my second child more than my first.
I don’t know how to kiss.
I’m 8 weeks pregnant.
My dad died unexpectedly in a workplace accident and I am broken.
I’m 35, got fired for the first time 2 months ago w/o reason & in an identity crisis.
Been there babe, sending you love <3
I’m questioning my relationship.
I’m almost 39 and rethinking my child free life.
Considering taking the jump to get a med card.
I’m in love with someone unpredictable.
Hooked up with an old flame and can feel the impending doom of heartbreak.
To the person who failed their driver’s test twice - I did too! Third times the charm.
I also failed my driving test the 1st time - 5 years ago and I lied to everyone that I didn’t take it.
Re failed driving test - I passed on my 4th test and am a confident driver now! You got this.
sparkles
short & sweet:
Applied for an apartment where i could both live alone & also pay 1/3 of my current rent. landlord APPROVED; now need to get approved by the coop board. pray for me!!!
I really hope everyone I’ve lost contact with over the years are doing well.
I’m graduating with my doctorate in 4 weeks :)
Husband going out of town for 6 days soon and I’m v excited to have the house to myself.
My internship said I am a valued member of the team and show a lot of promise!
I’m excited for my birthday for the first time in years.
My 9mo discovered she loves slides. Such joy.
I lost my mom two months ago and sometimes I see her in my dreams. Close yet so far.
Pregnant and finally stopped vomiting!
I am twice the woman I ever thought I would be. Keep going <3
I found a Kindle on Facebook Marketplace for only $30!
Feeling myself again! Less death grief, covid depression thanks 2 time, love, & SSRI.
3 weeks into my new job and all my coworkers are so nice, it’s so healing after my last job.
I started a new job and can’t believe what a healthy environment it is.
Finally got a new job after being laid off! And got cute new clothes for it :)
My doggo didn’t seem to like the idea of lick mats but now he LOVES them.
I reconnected w “the one that got away” 3 years later. He hired my business unknowingly.
My baby learned how to smile and is all smiles now.
My baby niece (21m/o) has learned to say my name.
Closing on my first house next week and SO excited to turn it into a home w my partner.
I got into med school!!!
I quit my job that I thought I would be fired from and I am in such a better place mentally.
Semi-feral cat I’ve been trying to befriend for months now meows/hangs out for treats.
I finally made an appointment to be allergy tested and I feel so positive about it!
I got the raise I asked for!
Watching my dog enjoy his walk <3
It’s almost time for my vacation in Ireland!!!
My niece was born earlier this week and both mom and baby are doing well!
Someone flirted with me for the first time since my breakup & it felt so good!!!
I get to escape work ( a hospital) for the weekend with my gf and friends in nyc :)
Got a 4 month sentence for my client that was looking at 27 months in custody.
I am going wedding dress shopping Saturday! Excited and nervous.
Mended things with my best friend and can breathe easy again.
I finished my last class of my masters this week!
I decided to quit.
xoxo,
your favorite becca
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