What is a secret that you don't mind telling to 29 million anonymous people but not to people you know?

Sometimes I catch myself actually enjoying those rare, quiet moments when a patient cancels their appointment at the very last minute. It feels like a small, unexpected gift of time. I’ll just sit in my office, finish a cold cup of coffee, and stare out the window for ten minutes without having to jump into my "clinical mode" persona. People in my life expect me to be constantly busy or stressed out, but honestly, those little gaps in the day are the only thing that keeps me sane.

I also have this weird habit of listening to really loud, somewhat questionable pop music from the late 90s when I’m driving home after a particularly exhausting day. If my friends or family knew the playlist I have on loop, they’d probably think I’ve finally lost it. It’s my way of shaking off the heaviness of the day, but I’d feel pretty embarrassed if anyone I actually know saw me singing along at a red light. It’s just nice to have that one small corner of my life that remains completely anonymous.