We all have secrets, but some are way more shocking than others. Childhood petty theft or cheating on an exam might be eating you up inside, but other people have secrets that will make any jaw drop.

Redditor u/RedditMyDiary asked for folks to spill their guts, and the internet instantly overshared with aplomb.

Warning: Mental health issues, abuse, violence and other emotionally charged topics are touched on below.

What is your deepest darkest secret?
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With more than 9,000 comments filled with confessions and responses, it's clear that nobody is being fully honest. Don't bother scrolling through all of them — we already picked out some of the wildest examples for your convenience.

Wait, Grandpa killed a guy?

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Sometimes we simply can't wish our family well

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If you ever wonder why public computers have to be locked down, here's why

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Minds can be so unbearably cruel

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It's probably better not to press play on your parents' unlabeled home movies

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Please don't play with guns, kids

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Well, that's one way to sabotage a move

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One sh—tty turn deserves another

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