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Wendy Scott's avatar

Great post, Derek. We all learn what is acceptable and not acceptable behaviors from our families. It must be a survival instinct for children to try and fit in and please the adults who take care of them.

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Timothy Straub's avatar

Your excellent essay reminded me of Dunbar's poem. There's no hint of droning in your writing, D. Each word served its purpose. What a relatable topic. Some masks fit better than others.

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