UNMASKED: How To Stop Hiding Your True self

ility is weakness, that showing our true feelings, fears, and struggles makes us targets for judgment or rejection.

actually draws people closer. When we share our struggles, others feel permission to share theirs. When we admit our

intentional openness with people who have earned the right to hear our stories. It's

nd communicate our feelings effectively. Many of us were never taught this skill. We learned to categorize emotio

ittle embarrassed." Instead of "I'm fine," try "I'm grateful but also anxious about what comes next

Guilt says "I did something bad," which can be addressed through apology and change. Shame

e same kindness you'd show a good friend. When you make mistakes or face setbacks, resist the urge

ually increase your openness as trust is built. You don't need to share your

It's about being human. And in a world full of people pretendi