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Masks We Wear
We all take on roles and even craft masks to project to the world what
we most want others to see. These masks can be ever-changing and though
there are times when theyserve us well, a profound step into self-discovery can begin with two questions:
What story are you telling with your mask?
What is your mask protecting you from?
Here are just a few of our familiar masks and some of the thoughts that hold the illusions together.
What is your mask protecting you from?
Here are just a few of our familiar masks and some of the thoughts that hold the illusions together.
The Mask of the Victim
As long as I wail about how helpless I am, I just don’t have to take personal responsibility.
The Mask of Silence
If I speak out, I might cause someone pain or
discomfort, might rock the boat, might actually have to take action or
take a stand.
The Mask of Blindness
I'll refuse to see the things that are not working
in my life and put a smile on that says everything is just fine; then,
surely, the problems will go away.
The Mask of Coolness, Aloofness
If I actually show my feelings I would have to own them, experience them. Way too scary!
The Mask of Social Chameleon
I want everyone to love me and approve of me; therefore I shall be everything to everyone.
The Mask of Busyness
If I slow down, I just might have to face the fact that my life is out of whack.
The Mask of Stuckness
I really want to change, but "I can't," "I've
tried." As hard as this place is, as long as I stay here I am in my
familiar comfort zone.
The Mask of Morality and Judgment
It’s easier for me to see everyone else’s flaws and shortcomings than to look at my own.The Mask of Daydreamer
I am a visionary, a highly creative individual who
thrives on planning extraordinary things for the future – but please
don’t expect me to apply any of it to the here and now.
The Mask of Self-Sacrifice
The way I earn my worth in the world is determined by how good I am at shelving myown needs to provide for the needs of others.