You got together with an old friend and had a weekend together, just like the old times. You both felt so trusting and warm toward each other that you decided to share your life stories. After hearing yours, your friend holds you close and comforts you, and you realize they finally understand who you are and what you've been through. Relieved and at peace, you decide to be very vulnerable and share your deepest, darkest secrets. Your friend gently coaches you through the shame and into a peaceful, happy, hopeful state of mind.