This is something I've been wanting to get off my chest.

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Meaning

Expresses a desire to share a burden or concern.

John: You seem a bit down.

Alice: I am. This is something I've been wanting to get off my chest, but I've been struggling with my job lately.

John: I'm sorry to hear that. What's going on?

Alice: It's a lot to process. I needed to talk. This is something I've been wanting to get off my chest for a while now.