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Should You Really "Be Yourself" at Work?

I\'ve read about the importance of bringing your authentic self to work and how it strengthens work culture. I think this is only partly true. For sure, being yourself and acting with integrity and truthfulness helps with building relationships and mitigating fear. That is all human nature. But when it comes to sharing your emotions or all your idiosyncracies, I\'d exercise a bit more judgment. Not everyone is interested in your unvarnished habits, emotions and reactions. Not everyone wants to see your authentic anger or immerse themselves in drama. So before you act in the office the way you would at home, think first about how you might affect others. Everyone reacts differently and needs their personal space.