There’s no way of functioning in the world without a mask; a persona.
The key is to wear one that fits.
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Most personality issues people struggle with stem from trying to keep their selves in masks too small and outdated.
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Indeed. A very major problem with our culture is that this isn’t widely (if at all) acknowledged; that the ego is only a garment. We take it to the grave, never really understanding who we truly are, consequently living shallow lives as mere caricatures, searching for purpose...