Hiding Quote by Meg Mitchell Moore
““Sometimes I feel like I'm hiding from the world, and I worry that when it's time to stop hiding, I won't know how to be a real person anymore””
About This Quote
Source Personal essay: "Hidden Self", 2021
The author fears losing authenticity after emerging from a protective shell, worrying about becoming in.
In simple terms: Fear of losing self after hiding.
Stay authentic when emerging.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career transition
- social reintegration
- creative projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does being a “real person” mean to you?
- How can you nurture authenticity while adapting?
The fear may stem from external expectations rather than internal loss.