TikTok trend of confessing secrets sparks debate over honesty and emotional impact

A new TikTok trend features pairs confessing secrets to each other while claiming, "We listen and we don’t judge." Many videos involve couples sharing humorous or surprising admissions, but reactions often reveal underlying tensions. Psychologist Avigail Lev critiques the trend, suggesting it promotes a false sense of honesty. She notes that many confessions involve actions done behind partners' backs, raising concerns about the potential emotional impact on viewers. While some confessions are lighthearted, others are more serious, such as faking illness to avoid a partner. Despite mixed opinions, some participants find the trend a fun way to communicate openly.