One of my biggest insecurities I have is being open with other people, due to past experiences and rejections. For my project, I wanted to create a website where people could submit hidden secrets, hopes, and fears anonymously online, in order to be more vulnerable while still feeling secure.
I began with sharing a submission form online with family and friends, instructing them to answer five questions. All answers would be anonymous.After a few days, I began looking over submissions I had received in order to plan my website design. Upon doing so, I learned that my fears, hopes, and secrets are shared among those around me. Some answers surprised me, and an overwhelming sense of over-protectiveness came over me.
While these answers may have been anonymous, I still cared for those who answered them. In fact, my love for them grew. One question asked was, "Why is it so hard to be vulnerable with each other?" Many people responded that they did not want not be rejected, a fear of mine as well. However, I have learned that we grow more love for each other when we are vulnerable.
