Frank Warren: Why Secrets are the Currency of Intimacy

The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

Srinivas Rao

Society & Culture

4.8 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 30 July 2018

⏱️ 59 minutes

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Summary

Discover the power of secrets in our latest episode featuring Frank Warren, the founder of PostSecret, an extraordinary community art project that started in 2005. This episode delves into the human psyche, exploring how secrets serve as a currency for intimacy and compassion. Warren's innovative project invites individuals to anonymously share their deepest secrets on postcards, offering a unique platform for personal expression and connection.

Throughout the years, Warren has gained invaluable insights into humanity's shared experiences, challenges, and triumphs, all through the secrets shared by thousands. His work has not only fostered a sense of community but also inspired his writing. As the author of five books, including the latest, 'The World of PostSecret,' Warren continues to impact lives, one secret at a time.

Join us as we delve into the world of secrets with Frank Warren, exploring the profound impact of sharing the unspoken aspects of our lives. This episode is a testament to the power of vulnerability and the strength found in our shared human experience. Tune in to uncover the stunning revelations that secrets can bring to light.

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0:00.0	Well, I think as a parent, you have to be the leader. You have to take the leadership position yourself, and that's not always easy.
0:09.0	When parents do ask me, how can I have a conversation with my son or daughter the same way that
0:14.6	strangers are able to trust you with their stories and secrets and postcards.
0:19.7	My answer is always the same.
0:22.2	It's not easy, but it is simple. And that is tell your son or daughter
0:27.9	one of your true secrets first. And that opens up this gateway where they feel like they can share back.
0:35.0	So I think it's more about not asking for authenticity, but showing it yourself,
0:42.0	being courageous enough to take that step of vulnerability first, open up your heart, and then that allows it to come back.
0:50.0	Because ultimately, intimacy... because ultimately intimacy, well secrets are the currency of
0:57.4	intimacy and if you can start that relationship first it's much easier for the other person to respond.
1:05.0	I'm Sreni Rao and this is the unmistakable creative podcast where you get a window into the stories and
1:14.4	insights of the most innovative and creative minds who started movements, built
1:18.3	thriving businesses, written best-selling books and created insanely interesting art.
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1:41.1	from an LGBTQ-plus perspective,
1:43.4	with icons, allies, and trailblazers,
1:46.2	including Sam Smith, Edward Enneful, Debbie Harry,
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