People may mask their true self for various reasons, including:

1. Fear of judgment: Fear of being judged, rejected, or criticized by others.
2. Social acceptance: Desire to fit in or be accepted by a particular group or society.
3. Self-protection: Protection from emotional hurt, vulnerability, or potential harm.
4. Low self-esteem: Lack of confidence or self-worth, leading to hiding one's true self.
5. Trauma: Past experiences or trauma leading to hiding one's true self as a coping mechanism.
6. Social anxiety: Fear of social interactions or anxiety about being oneself in public.
7. Conformity: Pressure to conform to societal norms or expectations.
8. Personal safety: Protection from physical or emotional harm by hiding one's true identity.
9. Cultural or family expectations: Pressure to conform to cultural or family norms.
10. Shame or guilt: Hiding one's true self due to shame or guilt about past actions or experiences.

Masking one's true self can lead to feelings of disauthenticity, stress, and anxiety

Self protection is the reason I wear a mask 🎭