Specific · Hiding

Masking

Part of the Shame & Guilt Wheel

What is Masking?

Presenting a version of yourself that hides what you believe is unacceptable.

When you might feel masking

Masking is a specific form of concealing, which itself is a type of hiding. You might experience this feeling in situations where hiding is present, particularly when the circumstances align with the nuances that define masking.

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