Roane and Eva Hunter
hunterroane@gmail.com (LifeWorks Counseling)
63 | Honesty vs Transparency
63 | Honesty vs Transparency
63 | Honesty vs Transparency
Monday 19th January 2026
Explore honesty vs transparency in relationships affected by addiction and betrayal. Learn how vulnerability can restore intimacy.
40 minutes
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Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Honesty answers questions; transparency offers information freely.
- Withholding and vagueness can erode intimacy.
- Vulnerability and awareness help restore trust.
- Men often struggle with emotional self-awareness.
- Consistent action is key to relationship growth.
"Transparency is telling the truth without being asked."
How do people navigate the tricky waters of honesty versus transparency, especially in relationships affected by betrayal or addiction? In this engaging episode of 'Sex, God, & Chaos', host Ben Derrick joins Roane and Eva Hunter to untangle the nuanced difference between these two concepts. While honesty involves answering questions truthfully, transparency means offering up information without being prompted. This distinction is crucial for building intimacy and trust.
Roane and Eva delve into how withholding information, emotional flooding, and a lack of self-awareness can slowly erode intimacy. They share personal anecdotes that highlight how vulnerability and consistent action can begin to restore trust. The conversation touches on the challenges men face with self-awareness and emotional expression, often due to societal conditioning. Listeners are treated to an eye-opening discussion about how couples can grow together by embracing transparency and vulnerability.
The episode also addresses the importance of recognising one's own emotional shortcomings and taking actionable steps towards self-improvement. With light humour and heartfelt stories, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of relationship dynamics. Are you ready to explore the difference between just being honest and truly being transparent?