“Secrets silent stony sit in the dark palaces of both our hearts secrets weary of their tyranny tyrants willing to be dethroned”
— James Joyce
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Sometimes, we all keep things hidden in our hearts, like secrets we don’t want to share. These secrets can feel very heavy and tiring to carry around all the time. It's like having a mean ruler inside you that you wish you didn't have to listen to anymore. Imagine if you had a friend who did something that hurt you, but you never told them. Every time you see that friend, the hurt feels bigger, and it’s exhausting to keep pretending everything is fine. If you finally tell your friend how you feel, it’s like the secret loses its power, and you feel lighter and free. Sharing secrets, especially the ones that weigh us down, can actually make us feel better.
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