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When returning to your past feels like proving your worth

I went to my high school reunion in a designer dress and everyone kept asking what I do for work like they couldn't believe someone like me could afford nice things.

Zera
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Social reencounters with origin communities can become performative demonstrations of successful class transition.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Money and identity — class aspiration and shame?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.