From: nikhil.kamath
The concept of individuals “wearing a mask” in social interactions suggests that people present different versions of themselves depending on their surroundings [00:00:47]. This idea delves into how individuals manage their public perception and personal image and adapt their personal relationships and identity in various contexts.
The Idea of Social Masks
It is suggested that “deep down we are all wearing a mask” [00:00:42]. The nature of this “mask” is depicted as fluid, as “The mask changes depending on who we are sitting around” [00:00:47]. This dynamic behavior highlights a facet of personal identity and adaptation within social environments.
Individual Perspectives
When questioned about which “masks” work and which he uses, YouTube CEO Neil Mohan responded:
I’m not very sophisticated in masks. So what you see is what you get. [00:00:58]
This statement implies a preference for a direct and consistent presentation of self rather than adapting to different social “masks.”