Life Step 5: Honest Sharing
- Megan Cerney, LCSW/LISW
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Updated: 2 days ago
Speak up!
“Truth grows lighter when it’s shared.”
Why Honest Sharing Matters
After you’ve reflected inward and learned to understand yourself more deeply, the next step is opening up to someone you trust.
Honest sharing is the moment you allow your inner world to be witnessed.
Not judged.
Not fixed.
Just seen.
Think of holding a heavy box by yourself. It’s manageable for a while, but exhausting long-term. When you let someone help you carry it, the weight doesn’t disappear—but it becomes lighter, steadier, and less isolating.
Honest sharing works the same way.
Speaking your truth—whether it’s fear, joy, growth, grief, or confusion—creates connection.
Connection creates safety.
And safety creates healing.
This step isn’t about telling everyone everything. It’s about choosing safe people and offering them small, honest pieces of your story.
How Life Step: Honest Sharing Supports Mental Health
Reduces shame by bringing hidden feelings into the light
Builds emotional intimacy with trusted people
Strengthens communication skills
Improves resilience through shared support
Validates and normalizes your experience so you feel less alone
When something is spoken aloud, it stops echoing only inside of you.
Reflection Corner
Who in my life feels emotionally safe to share with?
What is one truth I’ve been holding inside that I want to express?
What fears or barriers make it hard for me to share honestly?
How do I feel—physically and emotionally—after speaking my truth?
Small Practice
Choose one small piece of your inner world to share with someone you trust today.
It could be:
“I’ve been feeling overwhelmed.”
“I’m proud of the progress I’ve made.”
“I’m struggling with this part of my life.”
“I need support with something.”
Keep it simple.
Keep it true.
Let the act of sharing be the healing.
Afterward, reflect: What shifted when I allowed myself to be seen?
Looking Ahead
Honest sharing clears emotional space—but the journey continues. The next step asks you to open yourself to growth, readiness, and the willingness to change.
Up next: Life Step 6: Willingness to Grow "All I need is someone teachable not arrogant" - me
Last tidbit :)
To be honest the first time will save you in the long run.
Your Therapist,
- Megan Cerney, LCSW
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