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Forbiddenromancein real life isnt as pleasing and sexy as sometimes portrayed in films and novels.
Todays accountcomes from a 26-year-old man who fell in love with his sisters fiance.
This infuriated his sister, and he now asks the AITAH subreddit whether he was wrong for his actions.
According to experts, the eventual relationship strain only adds to the current burden of thesecretkeeper.
They may live in fear of being found out, licensed family therapistSarah Epsteinwrote in an article forPsychology Today.
As for how it affects the family dynamic, Epstein says it could last for a long time.
Family secrets that center on rule violations and taboo subjects, however, tend to create strife.
Individual secrets lead to isolation and anxiety about the secret emerging.
If this is something youre dealing with, experts recommend doing a thorough self-evaluation.
Writer and mental health coachAndrea M. Darcyadvises asking yourself how you will affect everyone around you.
And if things become too unbearable, Darcy advises seeking help.
Secrets are better out than in.
The author is on the right track by asking for support from his sisters fiance.
Professional help can be an option, but ultimately, they must preventfurther damageto their already-strained relationship.
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