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When fear of judgment kills authentic connection

I laugh loudest at jokes I don't understand and agree with opinions I haven't thought through because I'm terrified of seeming stupid in social situations.

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More people experience this than they realize.

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The mask worn to gain acceptance ensures that only the mask will ever be accepted.

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