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Haunted by Your Deepest, Darkest Secrets? Learn How to Heal by Truth

From the Bible to modern science, the path to freedom begins with what we choose to reveal

6 min readOct 3, 2025

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When I crashed and burned mentally, physically, financially, and spiritually in my late thirties, all hell broke loose. I had no idea how to avoid the deep, dark abyss into which I fell, but looking back more than 20 years, I’ve learned a few things as a student of psychology and metaphysics.

Today, I live a happy, healthy, wealthy, and sober life, and it’s what motivates me to teach and coach others who are willing to make a change. What I’ve learned changed my life in profound ways, which is what this article is about: shifting yourself and changing your life.

Let’s talk about secrets. They are like ghosts that haunt us. You’ve probably heard the phrase, “We are only as sick as our secrets.” It comes up often in recovery circles, but it applies to far more than addiction. Secrets don’t just haunt alcoholics or addicts. They haunt all of us. They live in the hidden chambers of the mind and body, shaping our health, our relationships, and even our destiny.

The psychology of secrets and what holds us back

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Clifford Jones
Clifford Jones

Written by Clifford Jones

I'm an author, visual artist, mentor, and strategic guide who helps struggling leaders, founders, and professionals find clarity, purpose, and prosperity.

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