S8. Episode 5: How Much is Too Much Transparency?

Are there ever reasons to not disclose something to preserve the relationship, or are you a believer in “radical transparency?” Where do you draw the line between privacy and secrecy? Listen as Corey and Tracy talk about their thoughts on sharing every fleeting thought to non-disclosure to dishonesty in relationships. They discuss how defining transparency with your partner is key and how being transparent with yourself is also important in living your own truth. Hear about Corey’s hairdressing skills as a kid and the secret she harbored for years, along with Tracy’s teen behavior that she kept quiet from her parents, and how both decided back then that secrets were not their thing. Tune in to find out more!

Show Notes:

• 8 Dates-Learn about 8 critical conversations to have with your partner.
• Privacy Versus Secrecy-Read the piece by Jodie Milton and Reece Stockhausen on Practical Intimacy differentiating between privacy and secrecy.
• Gestalt-Learn more about Gestalt psychology.
• Gisèle Pelicot-Read about this story of a woman’s survival from her husband’s orchestration of sustained sexual assaults over the years.