It’s been ignored, denied, or buried for a few days or many years. When it comes to sex and secrets, all kinds of words come to mind: Weak, Lies, Hurting, Shame, Guilt, Helpless, Pain, My fault, Embarrassed, Confused, Afraid.
It’s no wonder that it seems easier to pretend and avoid.
Guess what? It’s not. You find yourself scattered and easily upset- depressed, anxious, angry. You are easily triggered. You feel like you’re ready to blow apart. You are the shaken soda can that is gonna explode when it’s opened.