We
camouflage our true being before others to protect against
criticism or rejection. This protection comes at a steep price. When
we are not truly known by the other people in our lives, we are
misunderstood. When we are misunderstood, especially by family and
friends, we join the 'lonely crowd.' Worse, when we succeed in hiding
our being from others, we lose touch with our real selves. This
loss of self contributes to illness in its myriad forms.
Sidney Jourard
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