7 Signs You’re Dealing With An Inauthentic Person

Growth filters out fake people.

Their mask slips the moment you rise.

Credits to Felix Bertram, make sure to follow!

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People around you will always praise your success.

The problem is, there are very few who mean it.

For them, your achievements feel like a threat.
And if you don’t catch it quickly,
they’ll do what it takes to keep you small.

It’s not always obvious when someone is fake.
But here are 7 signs to look out for:

1. Self-absorbed
↳ They control every conversation they’re in.
↳ They crave praise but show little interest in you.

2. Emotionally off-key
↳ Their feelings are exaggerated or insincere.
↳ Something feels off whenever they speak.

3. No accountability
↳ They dodge responsibility.
↳ Honest self-reflection is a struggle for them.

4. Constant validation seeking
↳ They thrive on attention.
↳ They struggle when someone else is in the spotlight.

5. Manipulative behaviour
↳ They twist situations to suit themselves.
↳ Often they’ll guilt-trip or gaslight you.

6. Inconsistent values
↳ Their morals change depending on who they’re with.
↳ Or they’ll change if it benefits them.

7. Overly polished persona
↳ Everything feels rehearsed or too perfect.
↳ Their interactions feel like a performance.

Spotting these signs is the start.

But when all else fails, trust your instincts.
You know best whenever something feels off.

Which one of these signs do you notice quickest?