The Real Problem With Today's World: Nobody’s Genuine Anymore

You know what’s exhausting about living in today’s world?

The fact that almost no one’s real anymore.

We live in a time where appearances matter more than authenticity. Everyone’s either playing a role, setting unrealistic expectations, or pretending to be someone they’re not, just to fit in, look good, or avoid uncomfortable conversations. And the saddest part? This isn’t just happening in the business world. It’s crept into our relationships, friendships, family dynamics, and even the way we see ourselves.

And I can't help but wonder: What if people were just… genuine? How different would our connections feel?

In The Business World: All About The Image

Let’s start here because it’s the loudest. Scroll through LinkedIn and you’ll see a parade of perfection. Everyone’s either a thought leader, a growth hacker, or an innovator. Failure stories are sugar-coated to look inspiring, vulnerability is packaged as a marketing tactic, and networking feels less like connection and more like transaction.

People aren’t honest about their struggles because it might “affect their brand.” They won’t admit they don’t have it all together, because it might cost them an opportunity.

But here’s the truth: If more leaders were honest about the mess behind their success, others wouldn’t feel so alone trying to figure life out. If entrepreneurs spoke about their sleepless nights, financial anxiety, or impostor syndrome without dressing it up as a lesson, maybe we'd have a healthier hustle culture.

In The Dating World: A Constant Performance Instead of Being Genuine

Dating today feels like an audition you didn’t know you signed up for.

People show up as the version of themselves they think you’ll like. They hide quirks, pretend to love what you love, and withhold truths to keep things “light and fun.” And when things go south, they ghost you because being genuine about disinterest or incompatibility feels like too much work.

We swipe, we text, we play the game. But where’s the real conversation about fears, hopes, or what we actually want from someone?

If people were genuine in dating, maybe we’d have fewer heartbreaks and more meaningful connections. Maybe we’d stop wasting time on situationships built on half-truths and start building bonds rooted in honesty.

In Families: Truth Is Taboo

Even within families the people who should know us best, authenticity is often missing.

We avoid certain topics because it might spark conflict. We put up fronts to seem strong because we’re taught vulnerability is weakness. Generational gaps stay wide because no one wants to be the first to be real about how they feel.

The result? Families where everyone’s close in proximity but distant at heart.

Imagine how much deeper our relationships would be if we dared to be genuine with our parents, siblings, and relatives. If we could share our mental health struggles, insecurities, and mistakes without fear of judgment. If “How are you?” wasn’t just a formality but a space for truth.

The Price We Pay for Pretending

All this pretending comes at a cost. We’re lonelier than ever. More anxious than ever. Starved for connection in a world obsessed with presentation.

And deep down, everyone’s craving the same thing: To be understood. To be accepted as they are. To find a space where they don’t have to perform.

But that’s impossible in a world where everyone’s too busy curating instead of connecting.

So, What’s The Fix?

It starts small. It starts with us.

If you’re reading this, be the person who chooses to be genuine. Say what you mean. Share your flaws. Admit when you’re struggling. Be honest about your intentions in relationships. Ask your friends how they really are and stay for the answer.

Because one genuine person can make others feel safe to drop the act. And maybe, just maybe, we can build a world where connections are deeper, conversations are honest, and people can stop pretending.

The world doesn’t need more perfect people. It needs more real ones.

Final Thoughts

A couple of years back, I started this thing where I decided to stop lying. I know you might be judging me right now, but you’d be surprised how many little white lies we tell throughout the day. I made a conscious choice to be completely honest with my family and friends.

My family often thought I was being rude, but in my opinion, I was just being honest. And honestly, I don’t blame them, we’ve been conditioned this way for generations.

Now, I don’t have any secrets from my family. They know me, the real me. I don’t have to live a double life because I’m always myself, and I love that.

So now, wherever I go, I show up as my most authentic self. The other person can either accept that or reject it and I’m perfectly okay with both.

We’re all navigating a world that celebrates perfection and punishes authenticity but we don’t have to play by those rules. The next time you catch yourself wearing a mask for the sake of acceptance, ask yourself: What would it look like if I were just… me?

And what if that was enough?

Until next time, Peace 💟

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