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“After a certain age, we put on a mask of confidence and certainty. In time, that mask gets stuck to our face and we cant remove it. As children, we learn that if we cry well receive affection, that.” quote by Anonymous
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“After a certain age, we put on a mask of confidence and certainty. In time, that mask gets stuck to our face and we cant remove it. As children, we learn that if we cry well receive affection, that.”

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Essay: “The Masks We Wear”, 2010

As we age, we adopt a confident façade that eventually fuses with our identity, making it hard to shed.

In simple terms: A confidence mask sticks to us as we age, becoming hard to remove.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and release limiting self-images.

Themes

identity age psychology

Mood

reflective cautious

Type

psychological self-help

When to use this quote

  • career development
  • relationships
  • mental health

Key Concepts

self-awareness personal growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • When did you first notice your mask?
  • How can you safely remove it?
A Different Perspective

Masks can protect but also imprison.

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