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Do you ever feel like you have to hide part of yourself?

I'm a judge, grandpa, cancer survivor, and sometimes a playful guy who doesn't take himself too seriously.

I've kept these sides separate. Now I'm trying to just be me.

Do you struggle with this too?

#KeithSchulner #Authenticity

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