“Shadow Self” vs. “Persona”

Do you ever get the sense that who you are on the inside looks nothing like who you present to everyone else?  If not, good!  If you’re unsure, I have a challenge: take a look at your last five posts on Facebook, and then compare it to how you spent the last five hours.  I believe some people’s inner self and their public self match up.  As for me, if my Facebook is a full reflection of myself, then the entirety of who I am is:  A proud divinity student looking to change the world, passionately concerned for the lives of the suffering, a dedicated defender of human rights everywhere, and a damn good fiancée. Continue reading →