EPISODE · Aug 18, 2015 · 30 MIN
Secrets: Top Three Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Keep Them
from Mental Health Today Show | Anxiety Coping Skills & Mental Wellness · host John Cordray, LPC | Overthinking & Mental Wellness Expert
We all have had secrets at some point in our lives, but some of you are holding onto a BIG secret that has been weighing you down.Is that you? Are you holding onto a deep secret, perhaps for years?If so, this episode is just for you. Learn why keeping secrets is not a good idea and how it can actually make you a prisoner of your own thoughts.Negative feelings such as guilt, shame, and embarrassment can keep you from exposing your secret, but in the long run, keeping that secret to yourself may be the worst thing you can do.Find out why in this episode of The John Cordray Show. Top 3 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Keep Secrets:1. Secrets can be harmful to your health2. Secrets will isolate you3. Secrets will keep you from true freedom The counselor and author John mentioned in this episode: Ed Welch I've Got A Secret (about keeping secrets within a marriage) Find more at www.johncordray.com I would love it if you followed me on Twitter @JohnPCordray Smells Like Humans Like listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new .Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help.Ready for weekly tips to quiet overthinking and reclaim mental freedom? Subscribe to The Mental Freedom newsletter, actionable insights delivered for high achievers and overthinkers. Sign up here: https://johncordray.me/subscribe From John Cordray, LPC – Creator of MyndStill app @JohnCordrayLPC on X/LinkedIn Informational support only—not a substitute for professional therapy.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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We all have had secrets at some point in our lives, but some of you are holding onto a BIG secret that has been weighing you down.Is that you? Are you holding onto a deep secret, perhaps for years?If so, this episode is just for you. Learn why keeping secrets is not a good idea and how it can actually make you a prisoner of your own thoughts.Negative feelings such as guilt, shame, and embarrassment can keep you from exposing your secret, but in the long run, keeping that secret to yourself may be the worst thing you can do.Find out why in this episode of The John Cordray Show. Top 3 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Keep Secrets:1. Secrets can be harmful to your health2. Secrets will isolate you3. Secrets will keep you from true freedom The counselor and author John mentioned in this episode: Ed Welch I've Got A Secret (about keeping secrets within a marriage) Find more at www.johncordray.com I would love it if you followed me on Twitter @JohnPCordray Smells Like HumansLike listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help. Ready for weekly tips to quiet overthinking and reclaim mental freedom? Subscribe to The Mental Freedom newsletter, actionable insights delivered for high achievers and overthinkers. Sign up here: https://johncordray.me/subscribe From John Cordray, LPC – Creator of MyndStill app @JohnCordrayLPC on X/LinkedIn Informational support only—not a substitute for professional therapy. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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