I love my partner but I notice I'm funnier, sharper, more myself when I'm with my friends, and I don't know if that means something's wrong with my relationship.
More people experience this than they realize.
The contextual nature of self-expression can create anxiety about which version represents the 'real' self, especially in intimate relationships.
“Where Are You with The multiple selves model — psychological?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.