I didn’t know life was a costume party when I decided to show up as myself.

And I was left wondering why I didn’t fit in.

Demitris Vetsikas from Pixabay.

Everywhere I looked people had personalities for each occasion.

Some of them wore theirs so well, you’d never be able to guess what’s actually underneath.

I never learned how to play the part. I answered questions honestly, laughed too loudly, admitted when I didn’t know something.

Very soon, I realised that honesty was a language not everyone spoke.

Masks can protect you during a storm, but wear one long enough and you tend to forget who you actually are.

If life indeed is a costume party, I’d rather come as myself than forget who I am entirely.

What are you wearing today?

Are you sure you’ll still recognise yourself when you look in the mirror?