We all think we’re being real—whether in public or in private—but the deeper challenge is questioning whether we truly know our real selves at all. In any case, even when we know ourselves we might face various pressures that push us to fit in or not cause trouble – so even the most well-intentioned person might struggle to always be 100% real in public. Sometimes the simplest questions are actually the most complex. Thankfully, we have some wonderful members of the community who offered to share their thoughts on this challenging question.
Katie Alderson
I LOVE this question—I think about it constantly. Honestly? I don’t really know if there’s a distinction, because I’m quite literally always flowing and changing. What it means to be authentic is paradoxically always in flux. All I can say is that I’m always trying to be real and authentic in whatever environment I’m in, but even that’s a practice, not a destination. Read more>>
NX Blame
Yes, the public version of me is the real me. I’m someone who values kindness and truly appreciates the gift of life. I try to be present in every interaction and find meaning in the moments I share with others. Whether it’s a brief conversation or a deeper connection, I make an effort to learn something from everyone I meet. Read more>>
Kartel Stylez
I think that every experience is a humbling experience in from each experience, you always ponder if you could do better or worse, and the answer is, you can always do worse, but it’s always an uphill battle to do better and become better! Read more>>
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