Behind the Smile

Unmasking the Silent Battles We Hide and the Strengths We Find

Rob Goddard

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English

21 May 2025

Psychology; Psychology: emotions; Sexual behaviour; Self-help & personal development; Popular psychology

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We all wear masks. They protect us.

They help us fit in. But they don't define us.

Growing up as a gay kid in a small town, Rob Goddard learned early on that survival meant adaptation. The Mask of Conformity ensured he blended in, avoiding scrutiny. Later, as he navigated the unpredictability of an alcoholic parent, the Mask of the Rescuer became a shield against pain. Throughout his life, the Mask of Approval made him seek validation, molding himself to fit the expectations of others.

As life continued, the Mask of Independence taught him to rely on no one but himself. And when the weight of it all became too much, the Mask of Normalcy allowed him to pretend everything was fine, even when it wasn't.

But with every challenge-uncertainty, loss, grief-he added more masks, each one promising protection but slowly eroding his true self. Until one day, he realized: the masks he wore to survive were suffocating the person he was meant to be.

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Through raw personal stories, powerful insights, and deep reflection, Behind the Smile invites you to:

Recognize the masks you wear and why you wear them Understand when they serve you and when they hold you back Redefine vulnerability as a source of strength Let go of unrealistic expectations and the need to fit in Build deeper, more meaningful connections Live with unapologetic authenticity

The time has come to shed the masks that no longer serve you.

Step into the most unfiltered, liberated version of you-because your healing and transformation begin now.

By: Rob Goddard
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 567g
ISBN: 9780648938620
ISBN 10: 064893862X
Publication Date: 21 May 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active