Highly socially skilled people are often the loneliest, as they hide their true selves behind a version meant to be liked

Highly socially skilled people are often the loneliest, as they hide their true selves behind a version meant to be liked

Recent psychological insights reveal a surprising truth: even the most socially skilled people can experience deep loneliness. The reason? They manage every interaction so carefully to be liked that others rarely see their authentic selves. This paradox shows that social competence doesn’t automatically guarantee meaningful relationships. Why Socially Skilled People May Feel Lonely People who … Read more