True Stories I Waited Until My Parents Died To Tell

Throughout our lives, we often keep secrets hidden deep within us. These untold stories may remain shrouded in darkness, concealed from our loved ones and even ourselves. There are some narratives so hauntingly profound that we wait until our parents pass away to share them. As children, we fear their judgment, disappointment, or even their inability to comprehend the complexity of the situations we have found ourselves in. Here, we will explore a few true accounts that individuals have chosen to reveal only after their parents had departed from this world.

1. The Unfinished Love Affair

In a small town, a middle-aged woman named Jane grew up in an era where societal norms and expectations adhered strictly to conservative values. As a result, Jane found her heart torn between two lovers: William, a charming and passionate artist, and Peter, a reliable and steady businessman. Jane's parents had always encouraged her to marry someone financially stable, leading her to choose Peter over William, despite her true feelings.

It was only after her parents' demise that Jane gathered the courage to confess her love story to her siblings and close friends. Although it was too late to rekindle the romance with William, sharing her hidden secret provided her with a sense of liberation and closure.

Lacks Self-Control: True Stories I Waited Until My Parents Died to Tell

by Roy Sekoff (Kindle Edition)

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2. The Hidden Identity

Throughout his upbringing, John always felt different from his family, as if he didn't quite fit in. An overwhelming sense of isolation surrounded him, leaving him grappling with questions about his identity. Eventually, after years of internal conflict, John discovered through a DNA test that he had been adopted.

Unable to confront his parents while they were alive, John carried this secret with him. It wasn't until they had passed away that he gathered the strength to delve into his adoption story and uncover the truth about his biological family. Sharing this revelation with his loved ones allowed John to finally understand his feelings of displacement and find solace in his own identity.

3. The Dream Pursued in Silence

Emily, a talented singer, held dreams of pursuing a career in music from a young age. However, her parents strongly disapproved of this path, urging her to take a more traditional and stable occupation. Driven by her love for her parents, Emily suppressed her true desires, conforming to their expectations of a regular job.

Years later, after her parents' demise, Emily unveiled her hidden passion for singing to the world. She joined a local choir, performed at open mic nights, and even recorded her own album. Releasing the songs bottled up within her liberated Emily, allowing her to live a fulfilled life doing what she loved the most.

4. The Journey into Darkness

Henry had always been fascinated by the supernatural and the unknown. As a young boy, he stumbled upon an abandoned haunted house and found himself captivated by the mysteries it held. This sparked Henry's insatiable curiosity, leading him to explore the world of paranormal investigations.

However, Henry's parents staunchly believed in science and rationality, dismissing any ventures into the supernatural as mere fantasies. Fearing their judgment, Henry kept his paranormal activities hidden, conducting investigations under the cover of darkness.

Only after his parents' passing did Henry gain the courage to reveal his true passion to his friends and colleagues. Together, they formed a paranormal research team, delving into haunted places, and documenting their experiences. Sharing his passion openly allowed Henry to find a community that embraced and appreciated his curiosity about the unknown.

5. The Hidden Artistry

Lisa, a young artist with immense talent, lived in constant fear of her parents' disapproval. Growing up in a family that valued traditional careers, Lisa suppressed her creative inclinations and pursued a more conventional path.

It wasn't until after her parents' passing that Lisa discovered the courage to showcase her artwork to the world. She organized her first art exhibition, receiving overwhelming support and recognition. Lisa's talent had been concealed for far too long, and finally revealing it allowed her to embrace her identity as an artist openly.

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These stories serve as a reminder of the complexity of human emotions and the power of secrets. We keep these untold chapters of our lives hidden away due to various reasons, often fearing judgment or misunderstanding. However, when the burden of secrecy is finally lifted, we can find closure, acceptance, and even discover new communities that embrace our hidden identities.

The decision to wait until our parents' passing to share these truths is a deeply personal one, and each individual's journey is unique. Ultimately, it is a testament to both the strength of familial ties and the autonomy we seek to establish in our lives.

Lacks Self-Control: True Stories I Waited Until My Parents Died to Tell

by Roy Sekoff (Kindle Edition)

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1608 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	204 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE

If David Sedaris, Chelsea Handler, Larry David, and Caitlin Moran had the unlikeliest orgy in history, the resulting love child might one day write a book like this rollicking collection of true tales from Roy Sekoff, the founding editor of the Huffington Post. Whether he’s describing a teenage pilgrimage to a Times Square porn superstore, life-changing experiences with high colonics and psychic readings, an ill-fated attempt to make off with a tissue containing Oprah’s tears, or that time Chevy Chase grabbed his balls at a funeral, Sekoff is a lively, irreverent raconteur whose sharp observations wring laughs out of a ludicrous-yet-relatable life.

Told with zinging wit and zero propriety, Lacks Self-Control is a testament to his unwavering commitment to overshare.