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The Masks We Wear (The Fear of Being Yourself)

The Masks We Wear (The Fear of Being Yourself)

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Every October we put on costumes, but what about the masks we wear the rest of the year? We dive into the philosophy of everyday masking: it’s not about lying, it's a social survival tool driven by our primal fear of rejection.

We explore the high-stakes moment when your different "masks" (the professional you, the family you, the friend you) collide, and what happens when you realize you've been wearing one mask for so long that you’ve forgotten the person underneath it. This is a crucial conversation about authenticity, social dynamics, and the constant balancing act of being seen versus fitting in.

Watch the Video Version:If you prefer to see the view from the cab, you can watch the video version of this discussion right here: https://youtu.be/isBwSFGj76c

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