Is the public version of you the real you?

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.

Heather Justice

Have you SEEN my social media? Haha! My social media might be the furthest thing from a highlight reel. I show up raw, vulnerable, tears, smiles, happy, sad, depressed, lonely, hopeful…seriously! I try to show the real human experience. Read More>>

Rikki Van Brackle

Without a doubt – yes. The glitter I wear is spiritual technology and a reflection of the stardust I come from. What you see is what you get – and then some. The way I move, the words I speak, the rituals I share, and the joy I radiate are channeled. This is me. I don’t shapeshift to fit a mold. Read More>>

Heather Moody

I do my best to embrace authenticity in both public and private life. What you’ll find of me in the public space is very much what you’ll get in person: candid, detail and design obsessed, creative, curious, lighthearted, and hardworking. Of course, running a travel agency requires emotional intelligence and discretion. Read More>>

Tanya Cornfoot

Yes—what you see is very much who I am. I’ve always had a bubbly personality and a naturally positive outlook, and that doesn’t turn off when the camera does. While I’m human and have my quiet, reflective moments, I genuinely believe joy is something we get to choose and practice daily. My faith plays a big role in that. Read More>>

Jennifer Fink

Pretty much. I joke that I’m the gal talking about Alzheimer’s disease at parties. It’s true. People ask a simple question, usually ‘what is the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia’ and the answer generally leads to a conversation. Read More>>

Kyra Mahoney

Absolutely! 100% Me! Having my own podcast allows me to show up authentically, share my true thoughts, and connect with listeners in a genuine way. I don’t believe you can sustain a show, or a meaningful audience, without authentically- people can feel when something isn’t real. What makes Vibe Selection resonate isn’t just the topics I cover, but how I cover them. Read More>>

Fallon Jordan

Haha yes! I believe authenticity IS integrity. I’ve always had this weird paranoia where I felt watched all my life. After my spiritual awakening and opening my business in 2021, I decided to use this as my biggest motivator. I live my life in a way that at any time, anywhere, I could meet a potential client or colleague. Read More>>

Alison Seponara

Yes. the public version of me is 100% the real version of me, and it always has been. From the very beginning of my social media journey, I’ve shown up as myself. I’ve always talked about anxiety and mental health in a way that’s real, digestible, and human, not polished or performative. Read More>>

Isabel Ladd

Absolutely…. 100 percent. What you see on social media and design panels is completely authentic. I love to add color and joy to my followers lives and I think that comes across on all social platforms. For the past three months we have been giving our followers a glimpse into my Maximalist Dream home series. I think my true design aesthetic comes through this series. Read More>>