Namibia Future Media Nova 1035 - Karlien on Nova

The Difference Between Privacy and Secrecy in Relationships

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Privacy and secrecy are not the same thing.
Privacy protects individuality
Secrecy protects hidden behaviour
Healthy relationships allow:
- space
- boundaries
- individuality
- honesty
Trust isn’t built through control.It’s built through openness and consistency.
18 May 5AM English South Africa Music Commentary · Society & Culture

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