15 Confessions That Will Make You Ugly Cry
People will say things online they could never say out loud. You can read tons of secrets from people around the world, things that they are too nervous to admit anywhere else. It can give you a lot of insight into what people are really thinking, even when they don't say it out loud. But sometimes, the reason people don't admit these secrets in real life is because they're too upsetting. Some of the secrets that people will admit on the internet will definitely bring a tear to your eye and make you wonder why you even opened the app in the first place. After all, you just wanted some juicy secrets about other people's relationships you didn't think you would have to reach for the Kleenex while you were scrolling! If you're in the mood for something a little more somber today, you're in the right place. Here are 15 online confessions that will make you ugly cry.
15 “I'm getting married in a few months, but I've never gotten over my first love.”
Everyone knows that your first love is the hardest to get over. There is just nothing that compares to the feeling of falling in love for the very first time. And there's also nothing that compares to the feeling of getting your heart broken for the first time. That's what makes moving on so difficult. You just don't how you'll ever live without that person you were capable of it before, but now that you know what life is like with someone you love by your side, you never want to live without that feeling ever again. Of course, most of us do get over our first love eventually. It just takes time, patience, and a lot of effort. But the person who wrote this confession is actually getting married in a few months, and they're still stuck on their first love. Hopefully, they can move on before they say “I do.”
14 “I am still stuck on my first love… I try to move on but I look for him in my dates.”
So, how do you get over your first love? You usually really have to make an effort to put yourself out there and meet new people. It's all about connecting with someone who gets you even better than the first person you fell in love with. How do you do that? Well, you talk to new people, meet new friends, and eventually, you'll end up going on dates with new people. But what if you just can't seem to get over them? What if you're totally stuck and you see no way out? If you've ever experienced that feeling, you'll be able to relate to this confession. This person has been making an effort to move on, but they still see their first love in everyone they go on a date with. It can be really hard to move on from the idea of a person you had once loved.
13 “I never thought I'd say this, but I miss my ex wife. If I had the chance, I'd like to start over with her.”
The idea of getting a divorce is so scary. You spend your life looking for the one person that you want to be with forever, you spend months planning your wedding, you get married and expect things to go on happily ever after. But we all know that isn't always how it happens. Sometimes, people don't realize how wrong they are for each other until after they get married and by then, it's too late. The only answer for them is divorce. But what if you get divorced and then regret it? That's what happened to the man who submitted this confession he and his wife got a divorce, but he still misses her and feels like he made a mistake. Hopefully, she feels the same way the chances are probably very slim, but it's not impossible. People who are meant to be will always find their way back to each other in the end.
12 “I haven't told anyone about my emancipation. All my friends still think I have parents around.”
Not everyone has a good relationship with their parents. In fact, some people essentially do not have a relationship with their parents. After all, not all parents are fit to raise children this is very unfortunate, but it is the sad truth. In the case of this particular teenager, they were emancipated and do not live with their parents. They have to be independent and take personal responsibility for their life at a younger age than most of their friends. Unfortunately, they do not feel comfortable telling their friends that they are emancipated. Their friends still believe that they live with their family, even though they do not anymore. There are lots of reasons why someone would feel uncomfortable opening up to their friends about this they might not want to draw unwanted attention to their situation, and they might feel embarrassed. Perhaps one day they will choose to tell their friends.
11 “I get shamed by my church for being a lesbian and shamed by the LGBT community for being a Christian.”
Coming out is difficult. Lots of young people have a hard time telling their family and friends that they are attracted to people of the same gender. Luckily, the LGBT community today is more supportive than ever before, and there are lots of people that young LGBT kids and teenagers can turn to even if their immediate families are not initially supportive. But there are some places that are still not supportive of LGBT rights. When this girl came out, she confesses that her church did not welcome her. However, some people in the LGBT community were also reluctant to accept her because she still chose to identify as a Christian and keep practicing her religion despite what had happened with her church. This is definitely a tough spot to be in, and the truth is that both of these groups should be accepting of her religion and her identity.
10 “My dad has PTSD. Sometimes I get woken up by his screaming.”
There are many different reasons that a person can develop PTSD. It is commonly known as a disorder among veterans. Many veterans have PTSD because of the horrific conditions they experienced in combat while serving in the military. But people can develop PTSD for other reasons as well. For example, some people are diagnosed with PTSD after being involved in an abusive relationship. Whatever the reason, PTSD can be very difficult to deal with not only for the person who is diagnosed but for their family members as well. The person who wrote this confession feels sympathetic towards their father, who had PTSD. Night terrors are a very common symptom of this disorder, and hearing a loved one experience this can be awful. There is no easy fix for something like this, and this disorder is not easy to deal with. The important thing is having a supportive family who understands.
9 “My best friend told me he loved me on his death bed.”
Have you ever wondered what your last words would be? It's something that we all probably think about every once in a while. Yes, it's pretty morbid but who can blame you for wondering? Maybe you imagine that you would say something very witty that your family would joke about forever. Or maybe you'd like to think that you would say something profound, maybe you would leave a relative or friend with an important piece of advice. Either way, people don't take the idea of their last words very lightly. The girl who wrote this confession says that one of her friends used his last words to tell her that he loved her. It sounds like something that would happen in a Nicholas Sparks movie, but it can happen in real life. People sometimes spend their whole lives holding back these emotions, but when you have nothing to lose, you have nothing to hide.
8 “My dad has depression… I love him, but I can't be around him.”
Depression can affect anyone. It's actually much more common than you would think. We're basically taught to hide our emotions and not bring it up if we're feeling upset we might be told to “suck it up” or “toughen up.” And if you cry or admit how bad you're feeling, you might be dismissed as “overreacting” or being “too sensitive.” But if you're feeling depressed, you should not feel ashamed of what you're experiencing. Millions of people are diagnosed with depression, and it's not your fault if you're feeling depressed. This person confessed that they struggle with their relationship with their dad because of his depression. It can definitely be difficult to figure out how to support a loved one who is grappling with depression. You don't have to take on that burden all on your own if you can, seek professional help. If you can't, do your best to be there for them.
7 “I pretend to be drunk just to message my ex and tell him I love him. I'm married.”
There are two different kinds of cheating. But when we think of the word “cheating,” we immediately tend to think of the idea of cheating physically. However, there is another kind of cheating. It can be harder to spot, but it can hurt just as much if your partner does it. This is “emotional cheating.” Emotional cheating can refer to a big variety of situations. It might be opening up to someone other than your significant other about things that should really stay in your relationship. It might mean hiding your texts from your boyfriend because even though you didn't quite cross a line in a conversation with another guy, you did say things that you knew might make him uncomfortable. This woman confessed that even though they are married, she pretends to be drunk and texts her ex on a regular basis. This is clearly emotional cheating and hopefully she can move on soon.
6 “I still secretly talk to my ex who is married with two kids, and that is the happiest hour of my day.”
Probably the saddest thing you will realize when you scroll through these confessions is how many people bury their sadness deep inside. They don't feel like they have the power to change the things that make them unhappy. Instead of taking action, they just feel miserable and powerless. One area where this becomes totally obvious is when people talk about their relationships. Many people confess that they are unhappy in their current relationships. Yet for some reason, they don't leave, even if they have the ability to do so. Maybe some people are happier being in a bad relationship than being alone. This person still talks to their ex who is married with two children! And not only that, but they say that this is the happiest part of their day. People need to learn to find that happiness within themselves and stop trying to find it in unhappy relationships.
5 “Being torn between the love of your life and your family is the worst feeling.”
Have you ever gotten into a new relationship and wondered when the perfect time to introduce your significant other to your family would come along? It can be a tricky process. You always hope that they will get along well and that introducing them won't cause any drama. But unfortunately, this is not always the case. Sometimes, your family just does not like the person that you're dating. Of course, you'll find many confessions like this online because it can be hard to find people in real life to talk about this with. You might not want to tell your partner because they could feel offended, but it can also be difficult to talk to your family about. That's the situation this person is stuck in. They feel torn because they now feel like they have to choose between their relationship and their family, even though the choice seems impossible.
4 “I'm a white male dating a black female. My family has disowned me.”
Even in 2017, some people still cannot accept the idea of interracial dating. It's extremely sad and disappointing that this is an issue that still exists today. There is literally no reason to oppose people dating on the basis of race. After all, race is only skin deep. The color of someone's skin does not indicate what kind of person that they are, or tell you anything about their character. The fact of the matter is that some people cannot get rid of old ideas about racism. Interracial dating used to be considered very taboo. It was even against the law at one point in American history. Unfortunately, the man who wrote this confession is still struggling with these prejudices. Although he is white, his girlfriend is black, and his family does not approve of their relationship. This is very sad, hopefully his family will come around one day and accept them.
3 “I chose my boyfriend over my family. Then he broke up with me.”
Clearly, there are many times when people feel like they are being forced to choose between their relationship and their family. Everyone on earth can't get along, but wouldn't it be nice if our families were always happy with our relationship choices? Unfortunately, it can't happen we don't live in a perfect world. But we can all try to be a little more accepting of each other. However, perhaps in this situation, the family was right. This girl was basically forced to pick between her boyfriend and her family. The full story isn't here, but she says that in the end, she chose to be with her boyfriend, even though this meant her family would not have a relationship with her anymore. But sadly, her boyfriend then broke up with her. There are no easy choices or happy endings in this particular story, but hopefully, she will find someone who is right for her.
2 “I have cancer, and my boyfriend shaved his head for me.”
One of the worst things that you can experience is seeing a loved one get sick. Whether it's a parent, sibling, or close friend, no one wants to see the people they care about go through something so terrible. We're not talking about getting a cold or a fever, we're talking about seeing someone that you love being diagnosed with a terminal illness. There is just no easy way to handle it. This girl confessed that she currently has cancer but her boyfriend is clearly very supportive. It must be incredibly difficult to be in a relationship with someone who is struggling with this type of illness day in and day out, but this girl is still incredibly lucky. Having a boyfriend who will stick by you through it all, no matter how bad things get, is an amazing feeling. Honestly, how could anyone see this and think that love isn't real?
1 “My girlfriend has been diagnosed with cancer and two months to live. I'm going to give her the best two months of her life.”
All of these confessions have been pretty sad. But some of them have been worse than others. And this final confession is somehow incredibly beautiful and depressing at the same time. You've probably heard the phrase, “Live like you're dying” before. It's all about the idea that you need to live every day to the fullest because you never know which day will be your last. You need to face each day with a smile and embrace whatever life throws your way because you never know when it could get worse. Because one day, it really will be your last day. For this couple, they're going to live like they're dying while they have the chance. This boy's girlfriend was just diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, but he promised to make her last months the best months of her life. This is really how everyone should be living let's take a lesson from this couple.