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Mark Manson: From Online Blogger to 3-Time #1 New York Times Bestselling Author

How I Write

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Being Yourself by First Trying to Imitate Others

Finding your authentic self takes time and involves trying on different personas. Initially, trying to be yourself may feel contrived and challenging. The process of mastering skills like speaking, making videos, or writing often begins by imitating others and figuring out what works. Through this imitation, you gradually uncover and develop your unique identity. It is a journey where you first wear different 'masks,' only to let them fade away eventually, leading to a genuine expression of yourself.

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