Secrets. Secrets are often at the beginning of a DNA surprise. But after the surprise is uncovered, is that the end of them? In this week’s episode, Ryan shares how on one fateful Thanksgiving, his mother confessed the truth about his paternity. When he spoke to his birth certificate father and his biological father, they both requested that he continue the secrecy. Ryan discusses why keeping the secret is harmful to him and why he struggles with when to share his DNA surprise with others. He also shares how his DNA surprise affected his mental health and altered his identity. Thank you for sharing your story, Ryan. Resources: DNA Surprises Third Thursday Meetups Support the showRegistration is now open for the 2nd Annual DNA Surprise Retreat. Join us from September 19-22 in beautiful Phoenix, AZ. Learn more at www.dnasurpriseretreat.com! Join the DNA Surprises Patreon community! IG: @dnasurprises Twitter: @dnasurprises TikTok: @dnasurprises Website: www.dnasurprisespodcast.com DNA Surprise Retreat | A bridge to healing for NPEs, adoptees, and DCPs after a DNA discovery.