We’ve all heard it: “Just be yourself.” But what does that even mean when you’re a different person at work, at home, with friends, or alone at 2 AM? Drawing from psychology and decades of personal transformation, the Stress Less Guru explores why we have multiple “selves,” how to recognize which version you’re presenting in any situation, and why intentionally choosing who you become is far more powerful than passively “being yourself.” Featuring stories about dating disasters, workplace personas, and that time he got stuck on a Cedar Point ride with panicking kids. Perfect for your commute, this episode will change how you think about authenticity.

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opics: Social psychology, authentic self, intentional living, stress reduction, personal growth, William James, code-switching