I dress down when I visit my family because I learned that looking successful makes them treat me like I've forgotten where I come from.
More people experience this than they realize.
Class mobility demands constant identity performance that fragments authentic self-expression across contexts.
“Where Are You with Money and identity — class aspiration and shame?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.