I agree. When I was with my ex, I was able to be far more open without fear of consequence for doing so with anyone else. Ever since we split up I've been forced to be a closed book. I miss that freedom and acceptance.
OK....so tell us someting about yourself that may shock us.
It's about shocking anyone but sharing things that one would feel open to doing without regret or hesitation.
That is what I live for. My friends are talking amongst each other about long conversations over a bottle of wine in front of my fireplace. The ones who haven't been here for it are now wanting to. It's a tremendous way to get to know your friends and build intimacy (not physical) but must be done completely openly and honestly.