VEILED!

I originally wrote this post for a contest. However, I eventually decided not to proceed with that idea. Since it's on the blockchain, I couldn't delete the post, so I simply removed my contest entry comment and kept this post.

_{Beneath the delicate fabric lies a mystery that will forever remain concealed!}

So this idea of veil has a metaphorical value for me. You may veil your true side from the world, but you can't hide it from your own self; you can always see your true face.

Having said that, people who keep telling lies to others often start believing them as truth. I believe that habitual fib-telling can eventually blur one's perception of reality. And that's truly a dangerous thing! How can one operate as a functional human being with this trait? How would they ever distinguish reality from fantasy?

And then there is a WHOLE other psychological aspect to these veiled faces. Sometimes they hide their agony and pain behind the masks of smile... There is this verse in urdu which roughly translates to:

how is it so that you are smiling so much,
what is the sorrow that you are hiding??

This trait is not as common as the one I mentioned earlier. People often do this to cope with pain or to protect themselves emotionally. This ability to conceal one's pain can be both a strength and a vulnerability. While it can help individuals navigate difficult situations or protect their privacy, it can also hinder genuine connections and emotional well-being if taken to an extreme.

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But my point stands that you can't lie to yourself for too long. Trying to deceive yourself or deny the truth may work temporarily, but eventually, reality tends to surface. Sooner or later, the truth comes out. And when it does, it may be a challenging experience!

That is of course my perspective. You are free to share your thoughts:)