We all think we’re being real—whether in public or in private—but the deeper challenge is questioning whether we truly know our real selves at all. In any case, even when we know ourselves we might face various pressures that push us to fit in or not cause trouble – so even the most well-intentioned person might struggle to always be 100% real in public. Sometimes the simplest questions are actually the most complex. Thankfully, we have some wonderful members of the community who offered to share their thoughts on this challenging question.
Helecia Choyce
The public version of me is real to an extent because parts of my life have been on public display. Many people know some of the things I’ve gone through privately, and at times that can feel a little awkward. When your life becomes part of public conversation, it can blur the lines between what belongs to the world and what still belongs to you. Read more>>
Hillary Lewis & Yaya Margarita Porizek
We have always strived to be our most authentic selves in creating our businesses. We are advocates for body positivity in fitness, which is not always the easiest road to take. The fitness industry can be really superficial, so we want to go deeper into why people move and what their motivation is behind it. Hopefully it’s more than your jean size. Read more>>
Geraldin Ferrer
Honestly? Not entirely. The real me is even more dope than I come across on Instagram. I love hard, I care hard, and I’m a super emotional person… I’m a Taurus, I care deeply about everyone around me. Read more>>
Alejandra Avalos Carranza
Yes. What you see is what you get with me. I try not to wear masks, seek validation or approval from the outside world. I only seek validation from myself. I show up as me, and that’s gotten me far in the entrepreneurial world. Especially in business. There’s decisions to me made, so showing up as me is my top priority. Read more>>
Peppe Miele
That’s a beautiful question. I think the public version of me is real, but it’s only a part of who I am. What people see — the passion for pizza, the commitment to tradition, the leadership, the energy — that’s all genuine. I don’t believe in creating a character for the public. Read more>>
