Is the public version of you the real you?

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.

Keyondra Lewis

Yes, I’m my true authentic self in private and in public. I was taught to be myself regardless of who’s watching. Now, don’t get me wrong, there’s a time and place for everything but you’ll receive the most authentic version of me. Read more>>

Alex Chacon

I have had many people in my community and professional network say that one of their favorite traits about me is my authenticity. As a creative, there is something very important about that for me. I really strive to be good, and provide an integrity first service. Read more>>

Vanessa Hancock

Yes. In so many of the dozens and dozens of reviews and recommendations clients have written about me over the years, that’s the main theme: I AM REAL and the results I help to cause are VERY REAL. I really don’t have another gear. It’s sort of uncomfortable sometimes, but I just cannot and will not be full of shit. Read more>>

Mandelynn Moses

Is the public version of me the real me? Absolutely, yes. I know a lot of people would say that—but I really mean it. Integrity and authenticity are the highest values in my life. A friend once told me, “Mandelynn, the thing I love most about you is that I never have to guess who you are. Read more>>

Brittany Lee

This is an interesting question! I try to show up as authentically ‘me’ as I possibly can. Touching on a previous question, I tend to be a little private and introverted, but I’ve learned through the years that the people who see me and love me for who I truly am are the *only* people I want in my life. Read more>>

BalJit

Well most people think it’s a joke however I am 1000% an alien and once the world understands that they will see the TRUE ME Read more>>

Lioni Seng

Yes! I’m happy to say that, in this current phase of my life, I finally get to show up as my authentic self—and it feels really good. Read more>>

Natty Beatts

One of the biggest things I advocate for is people just being themselves. The spiritual industry is full of people putting on a show, changing how they dress and how they talk, in a bid to somehow come across more spiritual. Read more>>

Ashley Wineland

I always say that the version of me you meet at a show is the same person you would meet at Walmart (probably not looking as good, but I digress). It’s too hard and miserable to pretend to be someone you are not for the sake of impressing others. I am who I am, good, bad, and all. Read more>>

Nancy A Shenker

The public and private versions have converged. I know how to behave in serious situations, but I approach more situations these days with humor and frankness. Read more>>