The Confessions Project Invites Chicagoans To Share What They Cant Say Out Loud

The Confessions Project invites Chicagoans to articulate their unspoken thoughts using a vintage typewriter and mailbox for submissions. Creator Ernest Smith, who previously worked as a first responder, seeks to connect people through shared experiences of vulnerability. Since launching in Wicker Park, the project has gathered over 100 confessions from diverse participants, ranging from teenagers to adults. Confessions touch on themes such as love, career pressures, and the desire for personal freedom. Smith emphasizes the therapeutic aspect of the project, aiming to relieve the burdens of participants amidst rising societal anxieties, particularly around immigration enforcement.

He plans to expand the project with audio pieces and short films to further explore the healing process. The unique physicality of the typewriter enhances engagement, allowing users to share a collective experience. The Confessions Project ultimately serves as a platform for self-expression and community connection.